Red Lentil Soup à La Libanaise

Ingredients (2-3 Servings)

1 cup red lentils2 carrots1 onionJuice of 1/2 lemonSalt and pepperSprinkles of cumin, paprika, oregano and thymeOlive oilFresh parsley for garnish

Steps

Rince the red lentils and place in a big pot.Add in roughly chopped chunks of onion and carrots and pour water just enough to cover (4-5 cups).Bring to a boil and let simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the veggie chunks are tender.Add in a splash of olive oil, lemon juice and all the seasoning.Blend in a food processor or hand blender.Serve with crackers or baked pita bread (or even crispy oven baked potatoes) with more olive oil drizzles and chopped parsley.