I am in detoxing mode from Thanksgiving food and drinks, so soup is on the menu until we get nearer to Christmastime. First up, a superb Vegan French Lentil Soup that is hearty, healthy and something that won’t make you feel deprived. Try to purchase your lentils at a store where the inventory frequently turns over because they are challenging to cook when they’re old. Also, make sure to use organic herbs and local garlic if possible. Come to discover, the majority of garlic now sold on the US is from China and has gone through a toxic, bleaching process. Let’s be knowledgeable and safe!
French Lentil Soup
- 6 Cups Water
- 1 1/2 Cups Organic French Lentils
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons Vegetarian Chicken Stock
- 3/4 Cup Organic Olive Oil
- 1/8 Cup Organic Celery
- 1/8 Cup Organic Red Onion
- 3 Cloves Organic Garlic
- 2 tsp. Sage
- 2 tsp. Cumin
- 1 tsp. Thyme
- 1 tsp. Oregano
- 1 tsp. Basil
- 1 tsp. Marjoram
- 1 tsp. Rosemary
- 1 tsp. Real Salt
- 1 tsp. Jane’s Krazy Mixed-Up Salt
- 1/2 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
Finely chop garlic, celery and onions. Place all ingredients into a medium sized saucepan at a relatively high heat and bring to a boil. Turn the heat down to low and cover. Let cook for approximately 1 hour or until the soup has thickened. Serve Vegan French Lentil Soup and a Southern Squash Gratin or a Shrimp Po’ Boy Salad for dinner or lunch.
I LOVE lentils, so I made this vegan lentil soup this week for our Meatless Monday meal. With the cold snap we’ve been experiencing, it was the perfect meal to warm our bellies.
Thanks Marta, I also love how quickly it comes together.
I do not make lentils enough, so I was excited to come across this recipe over the weekend. The soup is so simple to make and so so delicious!
I began making lentils in earnest about 10 years ago because they cook so much faster than beans. Glad you enjoyed them Lakita!
My hubby is trying out a vegan diet for a while and I was stumped on what to make us for dinner. Let’s just say this recipe did not disappoint!! So yummy and flavourful!!
This is one of many great vegan recipes on the site. I’m thrilled you both enjoyed it!
I’ve been adding more lentils to my diet and am so glad I came across your recipe. It’s easy and flavorful. Nobody even realized it was vegan!
Same, I didn’t grow up eating them but I love the fact you don’t need to soak them overnight like other legumes. Thanks Jazz!