Jack's Chardonnay and Red Lentil Soup

Elevate your soup game with Jack's Chardonnay and Red Lentil Soup—a velvety, flavor-packed bowl perfect for cozy evenings or impressing at dinner parties. This unique recipe combines tender red lentils with a splash of dry Chardonnay, adding a touch of sophistication to its earthy, hearty base. Aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions mingle with warm spices like cumin, thyme, and paprika to create a comforting yet refined dish. A hint of lemon brightens every spoonful, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Ready in just under an hour, this protein-rich, vegan-friendly soup is an elegant way to warm up your weeknights.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1.5 cups red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 6 cups vegetable stock
• 1 cup dry Chardonnay
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
• 4 lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the red lentils, vegetable stock, Chardonnay, dried thyme, cumin, paprika, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and start to break down.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup slightly, leaving some texture. Alternatively, transfer half the soup to a blender, puree, and return it to the pot.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 9

Serve with a wedge of lemon on the side for a fresh, zesty finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2572.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1529.1

Total Fat 43.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6013.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.5g	0%
Total Sugars 49.8g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 544.4mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 5422.4mg	0%

*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: 27.2%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 56.4%