Best Ever Lemony Lentil Soup

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 spanish onion large, diced
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• 3 carrots large, diced
• 3 celery stalks diced
• 4 cups water
• 1 cup red lentils dried, rinsed
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• salt

1. Over medium heat, heat oil in a Dutch oven or saucepan. Add the onions, garlic, carrots and celery. Saute until onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
2. Add the remaining ingredients except for the lemon juice to the pot. Bring the soup to a boil and then turn it down to a simmer and cover.
3. Let the soup simmer for 30 minutes. If you're using a crockpot, set it for 4-6 hours on low.
4. Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Serve and enjoy!
5. If you like it spicy, add some paprika or hot sauce.nnThis soup freezes really well. Portion it into shallow containers and let it cool before covering and placing in your freezer.

olive oil, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, water, red lentils, cumin, curry powder, lemon juice, salt

Taken from www.yummly.com/recipe/Best-Ever-Lemony-Lentil-Soup-1376559 (may not work)