Carrot and Lentil Chili

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3/4 cup dried green lentils, rinsed
• 3/4 cup dried red lentils, rinsed
• 6 garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups chopped carrots (about 10 medium carrots)
• 1 carton (32 ounces) reduced-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes, undrained
• 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
• Optional: Sour cream, sliced red onion and additional paprika