Vegan Polish Style Lentil Soup (Zupa Soczewicowa)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Green or Brown Lentils, rinsed
• 2 medium Carrot, chopped
• 2 stalks Celery, chopped
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 6 cups Vegetable Broth
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried Marjoram
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice

Instructions

1. 1Measure 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a large pot and heat over medium heat, about 350°F (175°C).
2. 2Add the 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 medium carrots (chopped), and 2 stalks of celery (chopped) to the pot. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. 3Add the 3 cloves of garlic (minced) to the pot and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. 4Add the 1 cup of green or brown lentils (rinsed), 6 cups of vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried marjoram, 1 bay leaf, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper to the pot. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. 5Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 30-40 minutes. The lentils are tender when they are soft and easily mashed.
6. 6Carefully remove and discard the 1 bay leaf from the pot. Stir in the 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
7. 7Taste the soup and add more salt or black pepper if you think it needs it. Serve the soup hot.

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