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Persian Lentil Soup

Hearty Persian Lentil Soup for Cozy Nights

This Persian Lentil Soup is a comforting, vegan dish packed with protein and flavor, perfect for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 cup green lentils rinsed until water runs clear
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 large yellow onion minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 8 cups water adjust for preferred thickness
For Serving
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for enhancing flavors
  • crispy fried onions optional but recommended

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced onion and sauté until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, turmeric, and cumin.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of rinsed lentils and sauté for 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
  3. Pour in 8 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook uncovered for 20-30 minutes.
  4. After about 25 minutes, check the lentils for doneness and adjust the consistency with more water if too thick.
  5. Once lentils are tender, ladle into bowls, drizzle with olive oil, and top with lemon juice and crispy fried onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 30gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Rinse lentils well before cooking to ensure smooth texture. Adjust seasonings as desired and consider adding seasonal vegetables for extra nutrition.

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