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Ingredients:
Ā¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp curry powder
Ā½ tsp dried thyme
28 oz can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 cup lentils, picked over and rinsed
6 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
1 tsp salt, more to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 head escarole, rib removed, chopped
1 to 2 Tbsp lemon juice (Ā½ to 1 medium lemon), to taste
sriracha (optional)
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the onions and carrots, stirring often, until the onion has softened and becomes translucent (for about 5 minutes).
Add the garlic, cumin, curry powder, and thyme and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning. Pour in the diced tomatoes and cook for about 3-5 more minutes.
Add the lentils and broth. Season with the salt, red pepper flakes, and fresh ground black pepper. Raise heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat & partially cover the pot, simmering for 25 to 30 minutes. The lentils should be tender.
When done, use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup, to thicken. If you donāt have an immersion blender, place 2 cups of the soup in a blender and blend until smooth (be careful the blender container is securely fastened, and place a dish towel over the top to protect yourself from steam or splashes). Pour the purĆ©ed soup back into the pot.
Add the escarole and cook for 4-6 more minutes until the escarole has wilted. Remove the pot from the heat and mix in the lemon juice. Taste for seasoning, and add a dash of sriracha ā if desired!
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