Dahl Inspired Lentil Soup

Ingredients

• extra virgin olive oil
• large onion, diced
• large carrot, diced
• garlic cloves, minced
• red lentils
• vegetable or chicken stock
• water
• tomato paste
• cumin
• garam masala
• chili powder
• Juice of ½ lemon
• cilantro or parsley
• Salt and black pepper
• Crusty bread for serving