Simply Hearty Lentil Soup

Ingredients (can be doubled so that leftovers can be frozen for a later date or refrigerated to be enjoyed all week)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 pound lentils, picked and rinsed
• 1/2 cup peeled and chopped tomatoes
• 1 quart low sodium vegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper

Directions

1.  Place the olive oil into a large pot and set over medium heat.

2.  Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery and salt and sweat until the onions are translucent, approximately 6-7 minutes.

3.  Add the lentils, tomatoes, broth, coriander, cumin and pepper, stir to combine.

4.  Increase the heat to high and bring just to a boil.

5.  Reduce the heat to low, cook at a low simmer until the lentils are tender, approximately 35-40 minutes.

6.  Using a blender, puree to your preferred consistency.  Serve immediately and enjoy!