Sauté the onion and garlic in a little oil, then add the washed lentils and hot water.

Cut the vegetables into medium pieces and add all the ingredients to the pot.

Add salt, spices, dried lime, and bay leaf. Cover the pot and cook over medium heat until everything is tender.

Blend the soup until smooth, then let it boil for five minutes and remove from heat. If the soup is too thick at this stage, you can add more hot water.