Red Lentil and Kale Soup

INGREDIENTS
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 large carrots, chopped
2 stalks of celery, chopped
1 bunch of kale, cut into ribbons
6 cups of vegetable broth
1 ½ cup red lentils, rinsed
salt and pepper to taste

Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent – 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrots, celery and kale and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the broth, lentils, salt and pepper. Cook on medium-low heat until lentils are tender, 20 minutes.