Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add in onion, bell pepper, carrots and jalapeno and saute 2 minutes.

Step 2

Add garlic and saute 2 minutes longer. Stir in broth, tomatoes, lentils, chili powder, cumin, and coriander and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3

Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring just a few times throughout cooking, until lentils are tender, about 45 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm topping each serving with tortilla strips, avocados and cotija cheese.

Step 5

Recipe source: Cooking Classy