Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Heat the Base
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, stirring in a pinch of salt and pepper, and sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent.
Add Aromatics
- Lower the heat to medium and add 3 cloves of sliced garlic and 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning. Stir continuously for about 1 minute.
Incorporate Tomato Paste
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and cook for about 2 minutes, allowing it to caramelize slightly.
Deglaze with Broth
- Carefully pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth, scraping the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon to deglaze.
Simmer the Soup
- Add 1 cup of basil pesto, 1 cup of red lentils, and 1 can of fire-roasted tomatoes. Bring the soup to a simmer over low heat.
Cook the Noodles
- Next, stir in 4 broken lasagna noodles and reduce the heat. Simmer uncovered for 12-15 minutes.
Add the Spinach
- Once the noodles are cooked, turn off the heat and gently stir in 2 cups of fresh baby spinach until just wilted.
Garnish and Serve
- Ladle the Vegetarian Lasagna Soup into bowls and top each serving with Parmesan, mozzarella, and ricotta cheese.
Nutrition
Notes
Stir regularly while simmering to prevent lentils from sticking. When reheating, add a splash of vegetable broth to maintain consistency.
