Lentil and Spinach Soup Recipe

green lentils, rinsed & drained

garlic cloves, minced & divided

large onion, finely chopped

large carrots, chopped

large celery stalks, chopped

avocado oil

can diced tomatoes, low sodium

vegetable broth, low sodium

cumin, ground

oregano, dried

salt

Ground black pepper,

bay leaves

spinach

parsley, finely chopped

Parmesan cheese, grated (for garnish)