Plant-Based Tomato Lentil Soup

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add the onion and sauté for 3 minutes or until translucent.
3. 3
   Add the turmeric, cumin, chili powder, red pepper, ¼ teaspoon salt, pepper, and garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add the broth, water, lentils, and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour.
5. 5
   Let the soup cool for 10 minutes.
6. 6
   Reserve 2 cups of the lentil mixture.
7. 7
   Place half of remaining mixture in blender and process until smooth. Use caution when removing the lid - it might be quite hot.
8. 8
   Pour the pureed soup into a large bowl. Repeat the procedure with the other half of the remaining mixture.
9. 9
   Stir in the reserved 2 cups lentil mixture.
10. 10
    Serve garnished with the chopped tomatoes and cilantro or parsley, if using.