Lentil and Red Bell Pepper Soup

Ingredients

• • 2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground cumin seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon (1 ml) ground coriander seeds
  • 5 cups (1.25 litres) beef or chicken broth
  • 1 cup (250 ml) red lentils, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) chopped cilantro
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Salt and pepper