Lentil and Frankfurter Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Lentil and Frankfurter Soup, a cozy, flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for any season. This one-pot recipe combines tender green or brown lentils with smoky paprika, aromatic veggies, and succulent slices of frankfurters for a deeply satisfying meal. Enhanced with herbs like thyme and bay leaf, the broth is rich and aromatic, while the frankfurters add a savory twist. Ready in under an hour, this comforting soup is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside crusty bread or a crisp salad to create a balanced, delicious meal. Don’t miss out on this protein-packed and budget-friendly recipe that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup dry green or brown lentils
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 4 sliced into rounds frankfurters
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped, for garnish fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery, and cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and slightly golden.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Rinse the lentils under cold water, drain, and add them to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and add the bay leaf, thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.

Step 7

Stir in the sliced frankfurters and cook for an additional 5 minutes to warm them through.

Step 8

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove and discard the bay leaf. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2630.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1398.4

Total Fat 85.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 120.0mg	0%
Sodium 10007.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 103.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.1g	0%
Total Sugars 32.7g
Protein 54.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 488.6mg	0%
Iron 12.8mg	0%
Potassium 3444.3mg	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: 54.9%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 29.4%