122 Cals 4 Protein 25 Carbs 1.5 Fats
PREP TIME:
15 mins
COOK TIME:
50 mins
TOTAL TIME:
1 hr 5 mins
YIELD:6 SERVINGS
COURSE:Dinner, Lunch
CUISINE:American
Lentil Soup with Butternut and Kale is comforting and nutrient-dense, thanks to the butternut squash, lentils, kale, and leeks.
INGREDIENTS
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, diced
1 medium carrot, diced
2 leeks, white part only, cleaned and chopped
1 celery stalk, diced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 cups vegetable broth
1 pound peeled and diced butternut, 1/2-inch dice
2 ounces green lentils, (1/3 cup)
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
black pepper
3 cups packed chopped lacinato kale, stems removed
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
When hot, add oil, then add onion, carrots, leeks and celery, reduce heat and cook about 4 to 5 minutes, stirring.
Add the tomato paste and cook 2 minutes, stirring.
Add the broth, bay leaf and lentils and bring to a boil.
Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until halfway cooked, 20 minutes.
Add the butternut and cook until tender, about 15 minutes more. Discard the bay leaf, season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Add the kale and cook 7 minutes longer until the kale is tender.
NOTES
To Freeze: Let the soup cool then transfer to a freezer-safe container. Keep frozen for up to 3 months. To reheat, transfer to the refrigerator the night before then reheat on the stove or microwave.
Serving: 11/3 cups, Calories: 122kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 1.5g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Sodium: 309.5mg, Fiber: 7g, Sugar: 8gBlue Smart Points:1Green Smart Points:2Purple Smart Points:1