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Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup

Hearty Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup for Cozy Nights

This Spinach, Lentil, and Butter Bean Soup is a comforting, nutrient-packed dish perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Soup Base
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth Enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Green or Brown Lentils Rinsed
  • 1 can Butter Beans Drained
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Fresh Spinach Or frozen
Flavoring
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Spices (cumin, paprika) For added warmth

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable broth over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth along with 1 cup of rinsed lentils. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  3. Gently stir in 1 can of drained butter beans and 4 cups of fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  4. Taste the soup and season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices. Simmer for another 2 minutes and ladle into bowls.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 18gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 6000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This soup develops better flavor if made a day ahead. Leftovers can be frozen for up to three months.

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