Roasted Red Pepper and Lentil Soup | Chopped

Ingredients

• 3 red bell peppers
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish