# Sopa De Lentejas Colombiana ## Ingredients - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 2 cloves garlic, minced - 1 white onion, diced - 1 red bell pepper, diced - 2 carrots, diced - 2 stalks celery, diced - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 2 tablespoon tomato paste - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (or to taste) - 2 cups lentils, rinsed - 6 cups vegetable stock - 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped - Juice of 1 lime - Salt and pepper to taste ## Instructions 1. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add garlic, onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until vegetables are softened. 2. Add the cumin, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and red chili flakes, and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. 3. Add the lentils and vegetable stock, and bring to a boil. 4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender. 5. Add the cilantro and lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. 6. Serve hot with crusty bread or over cooked white rice. Sopa de Lentejas Colombiana is a flavorful and comforting lentil soup recipe. It's packed with vegetables, herbs, and spices, and is easy to make and gluten-free. Serve it as a main dish with crusty bread or over cooked white rice for a hearty meal. Enjoy!
