Moroccan Carrot Red Lentil Soup

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp

olive oil

1/2

medium sweet onion, chopped

garlic cloves, minced

2 cups

chopped carrots or about 5 medium carrots, peeled and chopped

1 tsp

cumin

1 tsp

turmeric

2 tsp

coriander

1/2 tsp

paprika

1/4 tsp

cinnamon

2 cups

red lentils, rinsed until water runs clear

1 oz

can diced tomatoes

4 cups

vegetable broth

Salt and pepper

Fresh cilantro or Italian parsley

Lemon wedges

Crushed red pepper