Smoky Red Lentil Soup with Cilantro Swirl – Lentils.org

Ingredients

• 8 cups (2 L) vegetable broth
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 white or yellow potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 cups (500 mL) split red lentils
• 2 Tbsp (30 mL) smoked or sweet paprika
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1/3 cup (75 mL) tomato paste
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) lemon juice
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) canola oil
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
• 1/4 cup (60 mL) hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)