Lentil and Kale Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed and drained
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups kale, stems removed and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)