Scottish Lentil Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and nourishing Scottish Lentil Soup, a timeless classic that combines wholesome ingredients and comforting flavors. Packed with protein-rich red lentils, hearty root vegetables like carrots and potatoes, and aromatic leek, celery, and garlic, this soup is a celebration of simple, healthy cooking. Slow-simmered in a flavorful vegetable stock, it develops a rich, velvety texture that can be customized to your preference—chunky or partially blended. Ready in under an hour with minimal prep, this one-pot wonder is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of brightness, and serve with crusty bread to experience the essence of Scottish comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams red lentils
• 2 medium carrots
• 1 large leek
• 1 medium onion
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 2 medium potatoes
• 1.5 liters vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear, then set aside.

Step 2

Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into small cubes. Clean and finely slice the leek. Dice the onion and celery. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, leek, celery, and garlic, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot, stirring well to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the red lentils, then pour in the vegetable stock. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and let it simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Use a hand blender to partially blend the soup, leaving some texture, or keep it fully chunky if preferred.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy with a slice of crusty bread for a traditional Scottish touch.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2656.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1725.5

Total Fat 46.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 2.4mg	0%
Sodium 6293.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 276.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.9g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 65.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 510.8mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 6867.3mg	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: 23.6%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 61.8%