Lemony Lentil Stew - SavvyMom

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, diced
• 3 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp cumin
• 2 cups dried red lentils, rinsed
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken stock
• 2 Tbsp lemon juice
• Zest of 1 lemon
• ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• ⅓ cup fresh chopped cilantro or parsley (optional)