Lentil Borscht with Kale – Lentils.org

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp (30 mL) canola oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 beets, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp (5 mL) paprika
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
• 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
• 6 cups (1.5 L) chicken, beef, or vegetable stock
• 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) diced tomatoes
• 1 cup (250 mL) green lentils
• 4 cups (1 L) kale, centre rib removed, torn into small pieces
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) chopped fresh dill
• 1 Tbsp (15 mL) sugar
• Optional: sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (for garnish)