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title: One-Pot Hearty Lentil & Kale Soup
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/one-pot-hearty-lentil-and-kale-soup-68d655cc681e58ed6e5b353e
servings: 2
prep_time: "10 minutes"
cook_time: "25 minutes"
time_required: "35 minutes"
difficulty: Medium
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Veggie
  - Mediterranean
  - Fiber Powered
  - Calorie Smart
  - One Pot
rating: 4.0
rating_count: 1400
source_chef: Oliver Meder
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Some found it delicious and flavorful, while others felt it was bland; adding extra seasoning or stock concentrate boosted taste.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Quick and easy to make, with many appreciating its one-pot simplicity and hearty, filling nature.
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/one-pot-hearty-lentil-kale-soup.avif"
---
Wash and dry all produce. Peel and dice @carrots{2%pieces} and @potatoes{2%pieces}. Peel and finely dice @onion{1%piece}. Remove tough stems from @kale{1%bunch} and roughly chop leaves. Zest and quarter @lemon{1%whole}. Drain and rinse @lentils{1¾%cups}.

In a #large pot{}, heat @olive oil{2%tbsp} over medium-high heat. Add @onion{1%piece}, @carrots{2%pieces}, and @garlic powder{1%tsp}. Cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies begin to brown and soften ~{5%minutes}.

Stir in @potatoes{2%pieces}, @marinara sauce{2%cups}, @veggie stock concentrate{1%unit}, @Italian seasoning{1%tbsp}, @lentils{1¾%cups}, and @water{4%cups}. Season with @salt{1%tsp} and @black pepper{½%tsp}. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, until potatoes begin to soften ~{7%minutes}.

Uncover pot and stir in @kale{1%bunch} and lemon zest. Simmer, uncovered, until kale is wilted and potatoes are fully tender ~{7%minutes}. Remove from heat and stir in juice from half the lemon.

Divide soup between bowls and top with @croutons{2%cups} and @Parmesan cheese{½%cup}. Serve with remaining lemon wedges on the side.