Lentil Soup With Spinach and Lemon (Ads Bi Hamud)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 2
Hearty and flavorful lentil soup with spinach and lemon
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Prep

10 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

1 hour 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

375 g green lentils , soaked for 1 hour
salt , to taste
fresh ground black pepper , to taste
1 kg spinach
2 onions , cut in half then sliced thinly
4 tablespoons oil
6 garlic cloves , sliced
1 tablespoon plain flour
1 1/2 lemons , juice of

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
256
Sugar
4g
Fat
9g
Ads Bi Hamud, also known as lemony lentil soup with spinach, is a traditional Lebanese soup that can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side dish. The combination of lentils, spinach, and lemon gives the soup a rich and tangy flavor. This recipe is vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. It can also be easily adapted to suit your taste preferences by adding additional spices or herbs such as cumin or bay leaves.

Instructions

1.Drain the soaked lentils and rinse well.
2.In a large pot, add the lentils and 2 liters of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer until tender.
3.Add salt and pepper to taste.
4.Wash the spinach well. Cut off any tough stems and discard. Shred the leaves thinly.
5.In a separate pan, sauté the onions in oil until translucent. Add the garlic and spinach, and cook until the spinach has wilted.
6.Add the spinach mixture to the lentil soup and stir well.
7.Mix the flour with a little bit of water to make a paste. Add to the soup and stir well.
8.Cook for another 5 minutes.
9.Add lemon juice to taste.

PROS

This soup is packed with protein from the lentils and nutrients from the spinach and lemon.

It is easy to make and can be customized with your favorite spices and herbs.

CONS

Some people may find the texture of cooked lentils unappetizing.

The soup may need additional seasoning to suit your preference.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are a good source of vegetarian protein, fiber, and iron.
Spinach is rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin K and folate.
Lemons are high in vitamin C and have been linked to improving digestion and heart health.

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