Smoky Lentil Stew

Name: Smoky Lentil Stew
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped yellow onion (about 1 medium); 1 1/2 cups diced carrots (about 2 large carrots); 1 cup diced celery (about 2 to 3 medium stalks); Pinch kosher salt; 2 cloves garlic , minced; 1 cup diced Yukon gold potatoes (about 1 medium-sized potato); 2 cups brown lentils , rinsed and drained; 4 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon smoked salt; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 bay leaf; 6 cups vegetable broth or water; 3 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1/4 cup chopped chopped parsley , for garnish