Moroccan Lentil Quinoa Soup

Ingredients

The base

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 5–6 cloves garlic, rough chopped
• 3 cups carrots, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 poblano pepper, diced (optional)
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 4 cups veggie broth
• 1 ½ teaspoons salt

The spices

• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup (or honey)

The legumes and grains

• ¾ cup red lentils
• ¼ cup quinoa

Optional additions and garnishes

• ¼ cup raisins (optional)
• fresh cilantro, parsley, scallions, or mint
• lemon or lime
• olive oil or yogurt
• sliced avocado (optional)

Instructions

Nutrition Facts (estimated)