Step 1

Place a large pot over medium heat and add the onion, garlic, carrot, celery, potato and spices. Sauté everything in a splash of water for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 2

Add the vegetable broth, tomato paste and diced tomatoes. Stir and bring to a boil before adding the dry lentils and mixing everything well.

Step 3

Turn the heat to low, cover the pot and let your soup simmer for 15 minutes until the lentils are cooked and the potatoes are tender, but not overcooked.

Step 4

Season your carrot lentil soup with salt and pepper, then add the spinach and let it simmer for five more minutes.

Step 5

Turn off the heat, add the chopped parsley and lemon juice and serve your homemade anti-inflammatory soup warm.