Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup red lentils
• 2 carrots chopped
• 1 small onion
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1/4 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano, paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A few thyme sprigs
• 2 cups vegetable stock 2 cups of water
• For serving: lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, croutons

Instructions

1. 1

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2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a big pot on medium heat and cook the onions for a few minutes until soft.

3. 3

   Add the carrots, garlic, and all the seasoning.

4. 4

   Cook for a few minutes then add the lentils, vegetable stock and water.

5. 5

   Bring to a boil then cover and let simmer for 15 minutes or until the lentils and carrots are soft and cooked through.

6. 6

   Once done, you can leave the soup chunky as is or blend with an immersion blender until soft and velvety.

7. 7

   Enjoy with fresh parsley, lemon juice and croutons!