Shorbat Harira

Shorbat Harira is a comforting Lebanese soup that combines fragrant spices, tender meat, and nourishing vegetables, all while remaining low in carbohydrates. This hearty dish is perfect for a light yet satisfying meal, bursting with flavor and warmth.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground lamb or beef - 200 grams
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Vegetable or chicken broth - 500 milliliters
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the ground lamb or beef, cooking until browned and cooked through.
4. Stir in the diced celery, carrot, and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Add the canned diced tomatoes, broth, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, and paprika, stirring to combine.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
8. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein, which helps in muscle repair and growth.
• Packed with vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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