Hearty Lentil Soup

Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients:

– 1 cup dried lentils (washed)

– 1 tbsp olive oil

– 1 onion (chopped)

– 2 carrots (diced)

– 2 cloves garlic (minced)

– 1 tsp ground cumin

– ½ tsp paprika

– 4 cups vegetable or chicken stock

– Salt, to taste

– Black pepper, to taste

– Fresh parsley (optional)

Method:

– Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.

– Add onion and carrots; sauté until soft.

– Stir in garlic, cumin, and paprika; cook briefly.

– Add lentils and stock; bring to a boil.

– Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender.

– Season with salt and black pepper.

– Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Value:

High in plant-based protein and fiber; comforting, filling, and heart-healthy.