PINK Method 7-day shred soup

Ingredients: 
1.5 tbsp olive oil 
1 c chopped onion 
1 clove garlic finely chopped 
1 handful fresh spinach 
.5 tsp fresh ginger (I use powdered) 
.5 tsp cumin (I use tbsp) 
.5 tsp dried basil (I use 1 tsp fresh) 
pinch salt 
.5 c chopped carrots 
.5 c chopped potatoes 
3 large tomatoes, chopped (I use can of diced) 
3 c low-sodium veggie broth 
1 c water 
1 c lentils (trader joes has fresh) 
black pepper to taste 

Directions: 
In large pot, heat oil, add onions & garlic. Once transparent & tender, add ginger & stir well for 1 minute. Add in cumin, basil, salt & cook 2 minutes more stirring constantly so it doesn't burn. Add in carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, veggie broth, water and lentils and bring to a boil. Reduce heat & simmer for 30-45 min until carrots & lentils are soft. Before serving, add the spinach and cook just until lightly wilted. Add salt & pepper to taste. (recipe can be doubled)