Simple ingredients make this lentil soup perfect for budget family meals
Soften the onions and garlic until they are all soft and fragrant.This should only take about 5-7 minutes
Mix in the spices, lentils and carrots. Red lentils have a nutty flavour already so no need to toast them.
Pour in the stock and bring to a boil. Turn down and continue to simmer until the lentils are soft.
Serve with lemon wedges, chopped pistachios and some Greek yoghurt for a healthy recipe that's perfect for batch cooking.