Chorba Adas

Chorba Adas is a hearty Moroccan lentil soup that combines spices and vegetables for a warming and nutritious dish. Packed with flavor and comfort, it's perfect as a light meal or starter.

Ingredients

• Green or brown lentils - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 800 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Rinse the lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the diced carrot and celery to the pot and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the minced garlic, diced tomato, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Add the rinsed lentils and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the soup is too thick, add a little more broth or water.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from vegetables, supporting overall health.

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