Canadian harvest • Vegetarian
Lentil vegetable soup — Canadian harvest — cook once, eat twice
A generous meal designed to make useful leftovers, save time tomorrow, and reheat with good texture.
13 minPrep
35 minCook
48 minTotal
4Serves
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups brown lentils, rinsed
- 1 carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 6 cups reduced-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp dried sage
- Fine salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup extra vegetables, fresh or frozen
- Optional brand pick: Better Than Bouillon Reduced Sodium Base (or any reduced-sodium broth)
5 steps
Method
- Warm a large pot over medium heat. Prep and measure all ingredients.
- Cook the aromatic vegetables with the oil for 5 minutes without deeply browning.
- Add the seasonings, stir for 30 seconds, then add the main ingredients and liquid.
- Bring to a gentle simmer, partially cover, and cook for about 35 minutes until tender.
- Adjust the texture with a little water, taste, and garnish just before serving.