Easy Lentil Soup (Vegan & Spiced)

olive oil

large red onion, diced

stalks celery, diced

large carrot or two medium size carrots, diced

garlic, minced

ounces/737g fresh tomatoes, chopped - you can also use a 28oz can diced tomatoes and drain the liquid

(7.1 ounces/200g) dried brown lentils, picked over, rinsed and dried

garam masala

salt & pepper to taste (I use 3/4 teaspoon sea salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper)

vegetable broth

sprigs thyme, to be removed at the end

kale, roughly chopped

Juice of two limes, about 2 tablespoons, squeezed over

Toppings (Optional): Oil drizzle, red wine vinegar, red pepper flakes, parsley, and/or sprinkle of zaatar Crusty bread