Leafy Lentil Minestrone
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Read more about Naptime VillageA hearty, plant-forward minestrone loaded with lentils, kale, veggies, and olive oil for steady energy and gut-friendly fiber.
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Total
45 mins
Calories
~340 kcal
Protein
~18 g
Carbohydrates
~48 g
Serves
4 bowls
Fat
~10 g
Longevity
64/100
Ingredients
- Protein
- Fiber / plants
- Fats
- Flavor / spices
Step-by-step
4 bowls- 1
Step 1
Sauté the aromatics
- Ingredients:
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Carrots
- Celery
- Garlic
- Action: Warm oil in a Dutch oven over medium. Sauté onion, carrots, and celery with a pinch of salt for 5–6 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Ingredients:
- 2
Step 2
Simmer the lentils
- Ingredients:
- Lentils
- Crushed tomatoes
- Vegetable broth
- Oregano
- Basil
- Salt and pepper
- Action: Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce to a gentle simmer, and cook 18–20 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Ingredients:
- 3
Step 3
Finish with greens
- Ingredients:
- Kale
- Action: Stir in kale and cook 2–3 minutes until wilted and vibrant. Adjust seasoning to taste and ladle into bowls.
- Ingredients:
Equipment
Large pot or Dutch oven
Wooden spoon
Ladle
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