Ingredients

• 2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 zucchini, chopped
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. 1.Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened.
2. 2.Stir in lentils, zucchini, diced tomatoes, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. 3.Pour in vegetable broth or water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer gently for 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.Check lentils for tenderness. Add more water if needed. Adjust seasoning.
5. 5.Stir in lemon juice before serving and garnish with fresh parsley.

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