Vegetarian and Vegan

Red Lentil Soup

Ingredients

Sauté until soft:

• 1-2 onions, diced
• 1 grated carrot
• 2-3 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
• 1 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp water

Add and continue to sauté:

• 1 small tomato, diced
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 1 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 1/2 tsp salt (optimal to use less)

Stir in:

• 2 cups red lentils, rinsed
• 6-8 cups water (may add more as desired)

To finish:

• 2-4 Tbsp lemon juice, optional

Directions

1. Sauté the onions, carrot, garlic, olive oil, and water until soft.
2. Add the tomato, turmeric, coriander, cumin, and salt and continue to sauté.
3. Stir in the lentils and water. Cook about 1/2 hour, until the lentils are done.
4. Add the lemon juice for added zest if you like. Serve and enjoy!