Coconut Curry Red Lentil Soup

INGREDIENTS

• 1 c red lentils
• 3 cups water
• 1 small sweet potato, peeled and ¼” cubed
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced
• 1 tablespoon good-quality curry powder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 4-6 green onions, diced
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• ½ 14 oz can coconut milk
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• Cooked brown rice