This spicy lentil soup recipe, with its bit of garlic and the hit of curry is just delicious.

It is one of the most wonderful vegetarian soup recipes I have tasted.

Lentil soup is an quick and easy recipe that you can make for lunch or dinner any day of the week.

Prep time: 5 minutes Cook time: 30 minutes

Ingredients:
1 onion, chopped
a little oil (about 2 teaspoons)
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 tablespoon curry paste
1 1/2 cups red lentils
4 1/2 cups vegetable stock
3 tablespoons low fat Greek yogurt (optional - for serving)
chopped fresh coriander (optional - for serving)

Directions:
Soften the onion in a little oil. Add the curry paste and stir well.

Add the stock and lentils and bring to a boil. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until the lentils are well softened.

To serve, mix the coriander into the yogurt, and add a portion to each bowl.

Serves 6.

• The recipe calls for Greek yogurt, but if you can't find that in your area, just substitute regular plain yogurt.
• If you prefer, you can use chicken stock instead of vegetable stock.
• If you are into hot and want to kick it up a notch, add a few drops of your favorite hot sauce.