Heat oil in saucepan and saute onion and carrot over medium heat until soft.

Add stock, lentils and cumin, bring to boil then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, until lentils and carrots are soft.

Puree with an immersion blender or cool & whizz in processor until smooth.

Gently heat EVO in a small pan and stir in smoked paprika.

Return soup to pot and reheat over low heat. Serve with a drizzle of the smoked paprika oil.