Red Lentil Soup – Smart Lifestyling

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 Large Onion
• 3 Carrots
• 2 Celery Stalks
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
• 1 tablespoon Curry Powder
• 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• Cayenne, chili powder and or/ coriander seed
• 4 cups Vegetable stock, broth or chicken broth
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Red Lentils
• 1/2 Large Lemon Zest and Juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro