Quinoa, Bean & Lentil Soup

With a wholesome mix of quinoa, beans, lentils, and vegetables, it's the ultimate comfort food that's simple to make and budget-friendly, making each spoonful a warm and satisfying delight.

Recipe Type: Main | Serves: 8

Ingredients

• Quinoa: 1 cup

• Pinto Beans: 1 can (19oz)

• Lentils: 1 can (19oz)

• Onion: 1 medium, chopped

• Carrots: 2 medium, chopped

• Peas: 1/2 cup

• Vegetable Bouillon Cube: 1

• Garlic Powder: 1 tsp

• Dried Rosemary: 2 tsp

• Dried Parsley: 2 tsp

• Bay Leaf: 1

• Chilli Powder: 2 tsp

• Cayenne: 1 tsp

• Cumin: 3 tsp

• Smoked Paprika: 2 tsp

• Olive Oil: 1 tsp

• Water: 4 cups

• Salt & Pepper: to taste

Instructions

1. Chop up carrots and onions, and place into a pot with olive oil on medium heat. Add in half of the herbs and spices except for the bay leaf and give it a stir. Saute until the onion is translucent.

2. Add in your lentils, beans, bouillon cube, bay leaf, and half of the water. Stir to combine.

3. Add in your quinoa, the remaining herbs and spices, salt & pepper, and the rest of the water. Bring to a boil.

4. Lower to a simmer, and cook until quinoa is done.

5. Add in your peas, and stir to combine. Enjoy!

Total cost for this meal: $9.19, you can find a full price breakdown here. 

This meal is best served with a slice of freshly made bread. 

Feel free to adjust the herbs and spices to your liking, but I find that the cumin really makes this recipe pop!