Creamy Red Lentil Soup with Cheesy Pita Croutons

INGREDIENTS

3 tbsp

olive oil

large onion, chopped

3 cloves

garlic, crushed

1 1/2 tsp

ground cumin

1 1/2 tsp

ground coriander

red pepper flakes

1 3/4 cups

red lentils

carrot, finely chopped

Juice of 1 lemon

pita breads (white or whole wheat), split open

2/3 cup

shredded cheese (I used a mix of Pecorino Romano and Sargento Shredded Mozzarella)

About 1 tablespoon za'atar (make your own here)