Hearty Honeynut Squash and Lentil Soup with Crispy Toppings - ioanacooks

Ingredients

• 1 honeynut squash, halved and deseeded
• 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 shallot, diced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 plum tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 6 sprigs fresh thyme, divided
• Salt, to taste
• 1 cup brussels sprouts, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 scallion, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• 1 cup pita chips
• Za’atar, to taste