Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup - Real Food Whole Life

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons freshly grated ginger
• 4 cloves garlic (roughly chopped)
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 4 cups chopped carrots
• 2 15- ounce cans diced tomatoes
• 1 cup dry red lentils (rinsed)
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• 3 cups chicken broth ( or vegetable for vegetarian and vegan)
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (or fresh lemon juice)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• fresh cilantro, Greek yogurt, warm naan or pita bread