LENTIL SOUP RECIPE for a Vegetarian and Vegan Diet

▶️ RECIPE INGREDIENTS: 1 cup /180g Red lentils 2+1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil 1 cup / 130g Onion - chopped 2 cups / 250g Carrots - chopped in small cubes - 2 medium size carrots 1 cup / 200g Yukon Gold Potatoes - 1 large or 2 small in size 2 Garlic cloves / 2 teaspoons approx. 3 Tablespoon / 42g Tomato Paste 4 Cups / 900ml Vegetable Broth (Low Sodium) 2+1/2 Cup / 575ml Water 1 Teaspoon Ground Cumin 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (OPTIONAL) Salt to taste (I have added total 1+3/4 teaspoon of Pink Himalayan salt) Lemon Juice to taste (I have added 1 teaspoon, I like it a bit sour but you do you) INGREDIENTS FOR TEMPERING: 1+1/2 Tablespoon Olive Oil 1/2 Teaspoon Minced/Grated Garlic or to taste 1/4 to 1/2 Teaspoon Crushed Dried Chilies 1/2 Teaspoon Paprika (NOT SMOKED)