Gluten Free Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 4 cups
• Lentils - 1 cup, rinsed
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Celery - 2 stalks, diced
• Carrot - 2 medium, diced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the lentils, vegetable broth, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
4. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.