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Lentil & Vegetable Soup

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A nourishing, filling soup packed with protein-rich lentils and seasonal vegetables. This batch-cook favourite freezes beautifully and costs pennies per bowl. Ideal for meal prep and cosy lunches.

Prep 15 mins
Cook 35 mins
Servings 6
Difficulty Easy
Per serving £0.82

Approx £4.91 total based on typical supermarket prices in GB. See yours →

S by Steven Tobin · Published 30 Apr 2026
Lentil & Vegetable Soup

The recipe

Instructions

  1. 1
    Chop all vegetables into small cubes.
  2. 2
    Sauté the onion, carrots, and celery in a large pot for 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the potato, lentils, tomatoes, stock, and spices.
  4. 4
    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
  5. 5
    Stir occasionally and add more water if too thick.
  6. 6
    Taste and adjust seasoning before serving.
  7. 7
    Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread.

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About Steven Tobin

Steven is the founder, recipe developer, and chief washer-upper at Budget Dinner Recipes. A passionate home cook from a big foodie family, he's spent years collecting and perfecting recipes from across the world — from Malaysian laksas and Kenyan curries to weeknight British classics. Family meals are at the heart of e…

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