Protein-Packed Vegan Lentil Soup Recipe with Kale (of Course)

Ingredients

• 1 white onion, diced
• 2 carrots, chopped, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 pound kale leaves, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and mashed
• 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 generous tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups green lentils
• 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) black eye peas (or any other bean)
• 1 can (15-1/2 ounces) chickpeas
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 10 cups of water
• Fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, lemon zest and olive oil for garnish