Orange Lentil Soup (Shorabat Adas) Recipe

Name: Orange Lentil Soup (Shorabat Adas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the croutons; 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped; 2 cups orange lentils, picked clean and rinsed; 6 cups low-sodium canned chicken or beef broth; 3 slices whole-wheat or white bread, crusts removed; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; Lemon wedges, for serving; Red radishes, for serving; Olives, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the croutons
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
2 cups orange lentils, picked clean and rinsed
6 cups low-sodium canned chicken or beef broth
3 slices whole-wheat or white bread, crusts removed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
Lemon wedges, for serving
Red radishes, for serving
Olives, for serving

1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Add the onions and saute until soft, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the lentils and stir to coat them in the oil.
4
Add the stock and bring it to a boil.
5
Then reduce the heat to medium, cover the pot, and cook, removing any foam that rises to the surface, until the lentils are soft, about 45 minutes.
6
Remove the pot from the heat and set it aside to cool for 15 minutes.
7
Meanwhile, preheat the over to 400F.
8
Brush olive oil over both sides of the bread slices, and cut them into small cubes.
9
Place the cubes in a single layer in a baking dish, and toast in the oven until golden and crisp, about 7 minutes.
10
Set the croutons aside.
11
Transfer the lentils, with their liquid, to a blender, in batches if necessary, and puree.
12
Return the soup to the pot.
13
(Alternatively puree the lentils right in the pot with an immersion blender.)
14
Add the cumin, salt, and pepper and give the soup a good stir.
15
Bring it to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently.
16
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
17
Ladle the soup into bowls, and sprinkle a few croutons on top of each serving.
18
Serve with the lemon wedges, radishes, and olives alongside.

789

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the croutons, 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped, 2 cups orange lentils, picked clean and rinsed, 6 cups low-sodium canned chicken or beef broth, and more.

Yes, Orange Lentil Soup (Shorabat Adas) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Orange Lentil Soup (Shorabat Adas)

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