Quick Lentil Italian Tomato Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Quick Lentil Italian Tomato Soup, a comforting dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Ready in just 40 minutes, this protein-packed soup combines tender red lentils, aromatic vegetables, and bold Italian spices like basil, oregano, and thyme, all simmered in a rich crushed tomato and vegetable broth base. The addition of red pepper flakes gives it a subtle kick, while freshly chopped parsley adds a bright, fresh garnish. Perfect for a cozy weeknight meal, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is easy to make, highly nutritious, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Serve it with crusty bread or a side salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 stalk celery stalk, diced
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, rinsed red lentils, dried basil, dried oregano, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the pot.

Step 5

Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20 minutes or until the lentils are tender.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2334.7 grams (2334.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1147

Total Fat 39.60g	51%
Saturated Fat 6.50g	33%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5798mg	252%
Total Carbohydrate 168.10g	61%
Dietary Fiber 48.00g	171%
Total Sugars 61.40g
Protein 48.30g	97%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 536mg	41%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 6023mg	128%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.2%

Protein: 15.8%

Carbs: 55.0%