This hearty lentil soup will keep you warm on winter nights. It’s a good source of vegetarian protein and has only 179 calories per serving. Get the recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 3 medium onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 medium carrots, chopped
• 1 lb. dry lentils, sorted, rinsed
• 6 cups low-sodium organic vegetable (or chicken) broth
• Sea salt and ground black pepper (to taste; optional)

Instructions

1. Heat oil in large, saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Add onions, garlic, and carrots; cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until onions are soft.
   
3. Add lentils and broth. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, covered, at a gentle boil for 30 minutes, or until lentils are soft. (Add additional warm water if soup becomes too thick.)
   
4. Season with salt and pepper if desired.