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Persian Style Legume Soup That Warms the Soul

Persian Style Legume Soup That Warms the Soul

This Persian Style Legume Soup That Warms the Soul is a comforting, nutritious dish perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Legumes and Grains
  • 1 cup chickpeas soaked
  • 1 cup green lentils dry
  • 1 cup white beans soaked
  • 1 cup pearl barley dry
Vegetables
  • 2 stalks celery with leaves
  • 1 cup grated carrot
  • 1 cup grated celery root
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 medium onion chopped
Spices and Seasoning
  • 2 teaspoons turmeric
  • 1 large lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for sautéing
Garnish
  • 1 handful fresh coriander for topping

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté chopped onion and crushed garlic until softened.
  2. Add soaked chickpeas, white beans, green lentils, pearl barley, grated carrot, grated celery root, and chopped celery. Stir to combine.
  3. Add 10 cups of water, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 120 minutes until the legumes and barley are tender.
  5. Squeeze the juice of one large lemon into the soup before serving, and stir well.
  6. Serve hot, topped with fresh coriander.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to customize with other seasonal vegetables or spices for your personal twist.

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