Lentil Soup – de Buyer

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried lentils (any variety you prefer)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)