Lentil Soup

How to make it

1. In a small pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion andd garlic. Sauté for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add the ground paprika. Stir well to coat the vegetables. Optionally you can also add: dried thyme, dried basil, ground turmeric, and ground cumin.
4. Add the rinsed lentils, chopped tomato, low-sodium vegetable broth, and water to the pot.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, carefully blend about half of the soup until smooth. This helps thicken the soup while leaving some texture.
7. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir to combine.
8. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Start with the recommended amounts and adjust as needed.
9. Heat the soup for a few more minutes to ensure it's hot and well-seasoned.
10. Ladle the healthy lentil soup into a serving bowl.
11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
12. Enjoy your comforting and nutritious lentil soup!