Vegan Lentil Soup

This soup is delicious, easy to make and bursting with flavour. Lentils are a great plant-based source of protein and iron. They are inexpensive and an excellent meat alternative.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic minced
• 1 onion diced
• 2 carrots sliced
• 5 cups of vegetable broth
• 1 cup dry brown lentils
• 3 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges
• Chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large pot over low heat
• Add the minced garlic, carrots, and onion until the onion turns clear
• Add the vegetable broth, bay leaves, lentils, and salt and pepper
• Reduce heat and simmer for about 40 minutes until the lentils are soft
• Serve and add salt and pepper to taste
• Squeeze the juice of lemon wedge into the soup (optional but delicious!)
• Garnish with freshly chopped parsley

Serve with crusty bread, and enjoy!