Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Then sauté the onions, celery, carrots and mushrooms until they start to soften, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper and cook for another minute until fragrant. Stir in the tomatoes, vegetable broth, water and wild rice.

Step 2

Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the lentils and continue simmering for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked and the lentils are tender.

Step 3

Stir in the baby spinach, lemon juice and parsley letting the greens wilt.

Step 4

Taste the soup. Add more salt and pepper, if needed.