Lee's Lentil Veggie Soup
Ingredients
- Olive Oil14g≈ 1 tablespoon
- Celery40g≈ 1 stalk
- Yellow Onion110g≈ 1 medium
- Carrots61g≈ 1 medium
- Garlic, raw3g≈ 1 clove
- Lentils, dry150g≈ 0.75 × cup
- Vegetable broth946g≈ carton (32 oz)
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw100g
- Apple Cider Vinegar10g≈ 0.75 × 1 tablespoon
Estimated Cost
- Olive Oil (14g)$0.18
- Celery (40g)$0.18
- Yellow Onion (110g)$0.29
- Carrots (61g)$0.15
- Garlic, raw (3g)$0.08
- Lentils, dry (150g)—
- Vegetable broth (946g)—
- Sweet potatoes, orange flesh, without skin, raw (100g)—
- Apple Cider Vinegar (10g)$0.07
* Cost estimate based on 6 of 9 ingredients.
Prices are estimates based on Kroger grocery store data, last updated October 2026. Actual prices may vary by location and retailer.
Instructions
- 1
1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- 2
2. Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and sweet potato (if using). Sauté for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring often, until the onion becomes translucent.
- 3
3. Stir in the minced garlic and lentils and cook for 2 minutes while stirring constantly.
- 4
4. Pour in the vegetable broth or water, bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low.
- 5
5. Simmer for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender.
- 6
6. Stir in the apple cider vinegar or lemon juice and cook for another 10 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Based on 4 servings · USDA data
Nutrition calculated from USDA FoodData Central using ingredient quantities in grams.
Nutrition values are estimates based on USDA data and may vary.