"This Mediterranean-inspired lentil soup is an easy and tasty one-pot recipe. Try our rich & earthy flavor combination of lentils, veggies & herbs!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
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1 large onion (chopped)
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1 rib celery (chopped)
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2 medium carrots (chopped)
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1 leek (thinly sliced, optional)
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2 cloves garlic (pressed)
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½ teaspoon dried rosemary (sub thyme or Italian seasoning)
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1 teaspoon ground cumin (+ 1 teaspoon turmeric optional)
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1 cup dried lentils
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6 cups vegetable stock (add more as needed to fully cook the lentils)
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1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
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6 ounces kale (or another leafy green like spinach or chard)
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1 teaspoon salt (or more to taste)
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2 twists black pepper