Red Lentil Rotini Vegetable Soup

Ingredients

• 1 box Tolerant Red Lentil Rotini
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 large zucchini, diced
• 6 cups organic vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 oz) organic red kidney beans
• 1 can (14 oz) organic diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon fresh or dried basil
• 1 bay leaf
• ½ teaspoon fresh or dried oregano
• Red pepper flakes to taste
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook Tolerant Red Lentil Rotini according to the package directions. Set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and zucchini, and cook until onions become slightly translucent (approx. 5 min.).
3. Add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, basil, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, and oregano. Bring to a boil.
4. Add cooked pasta. Cook for 5-10 mins.
5. Serve hot in individual bowls. Add parsley or grated parmesan cheese if desired.
6. Enjoy!