My favorite healthy lentil soup

Directions

1. 1

   In a large pot preheated over medium heat, sauté the onions, carrots, celery, and garlic in olive oil until the onions are translucent and the rest of the veggies are starting to become tender (5-6 min)

2. 2

   Add the cumin, turmeric, thyme, salt, and pepper and sauté for 1 more min to bloom the spices

3. 3

   Add the lentils and sauté for 1 min, then add the vegetable stock and bring to a boil over high heat; once the soup starts boiling, cover and simmer on low heat for 35-40 mins until lentils are tender

4. 4

   Turn off the heat and stir in the spinach (it will wilt and turn bright green from the residual heat), lemon juice, and lemon zest

5. 5

   Serve with a dollop of sour cream on top and enjoy!