Lentil and Kale Soup with Crusty Bread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-27 · Updated 2026-03-27

A nourishing soup blending earthy lentils, fresh kale, and aromatic spices, served with crusty bread for a rustic meal. This soup recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 45 minutes, pairs lentils, kale, onions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 200 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry green lentils, rinsed lentils
• 1 bunch, stems removed and chopped kale
• 1 large, diced onions
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 loaf, sliced crusty bread

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, sauté 5 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook 2 minutes.
2. Step 2: Add lentils, kale, broth, cumin, and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender.
3. Step 3: Meanwhile, toast bread slices under a broiler until golden. Serve soup hot with toasted bread. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.