Hearty Lentil & Veggie Soup
A big-batch soup loaded with fiber and plant protein.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 290
- Protein
- 18g
- Carbs
- 40g
- Fiber
- 14g
Ingredients
- 1 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin and smoked paprika
Method
- 1
Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened.
- 2
Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, and spices.
- 3
Simmer 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender; season to taste.
Why it's PCOS-friendly
Lentils are one of the most insulin-friendly carbs there is — high fiber and protein give a very low glycemic response, keeping you full for hours.
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