Best Lentil Soup

Best Lentil Soup

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  • 1 hr
  • Serves 4
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2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
4 medium carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
6 small or 3 large kale leaves, stems finely diced, leaves chopped
Heaping ½ teaspoon ground cumin
1½ tsp sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 garlic cloves, grated
1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 14-ounce
¾ cup dry green lentils, rinsed
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
12 fresh thyme sprigs, bundled
6 cups vegetable broth
½ cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Red pepper flakes
Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving, optional