Adas Soup

Name: Adas Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients: 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1.5 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp ground turmeric; 1.5 cups red lentils, rinsed; 5 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp kosher salt; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

A comforting Middle Eastern red lentil soup seasoned with cumin and finished with vibrant lemon juice.

40 minEasyServes 4240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1.5 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp ground turmeric
1.5 cups red lentils, rinsed
5 cups vegetable broth
1 tsp kosher salt
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1 diced yellow onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
3

Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1.5 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp ground turmeric, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
4

Add 1.5 cups rinsed red lentils, 5 cups vegetable broth, and 1 tsp kosher salt.
5

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until lentils break down.
6

Puree soup using an immersion blender until smooth.
7

Stir in 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice before serving.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Adas Soup?

As written, 40 minutes: 15 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 5 (20 minutes): "Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until lentils break down."

Is Adas Soup gluten-free?

Yes. As written, nothing in the ingredient list for Adas Soup is wheat, barley or rye. Gluten hides in packaged goods, so read the label on the broth.

How many calories are in Adas Soup?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 240 calories, with 13 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 5 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Adas Soup?

Yes. Refrigerate Adas Soup for up to four days, or freeze it in portions for up to three months. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or stock to loosen it.

Can I halve or double Adas Soup?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the oil drops from 2 tbsp to 1 tbsp; doubled, it is 4 tbsp. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. Doubled, blend in batches rather than overfilling the jar.

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