Halal Vegetarian Harira Soup (Moroccan Chickpeas Lentils)

• ¾ cup green lentils, rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained
• 1 large onion, 2 celery stalks, 2 carrots (diced)
• 4 garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ginger
• 2 tsp ras el hanout or (cumin + turmeric + cinnamon + paprika)
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes + 6 cups veg broth
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro & parsley, lemon wedges
• Optional: 2 tbsp rice or vermicelli

1. 1Sauté onion, celery, carrots 5-7 min. Add garlic, ginger, spices.
2. 2Add tomatoes, lentils, broth. Simmer 30-35 min until lentils tender.
3. 3Add chickpeas and pasta (if using); cook 8-10 min more. Stir in herbs. Serve with lemon.

Nutrition values are estimates.