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Persian Noodle Soup Recipe

Nourishing Persian Noodle Soup Recipe for Cozy Nights

Hearty Persian Noodle Soup, known as Ash Reshteh, blends beans, greens, and noodles for a comforting, plant-based dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or any neutral oil
  • 1 Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric or curry powder for a twist
  • 8 cups Vegetable Broth low-sodium recommended
For the Legumes
  • 1 cup Lentils rinsed
  • 1 can Chickpeas cooked, canned or dried
  • 1 cup Navy Beans cooked
  • 1 cup Kidney Beans cooked
For the Noodles and Greens
  • 8 ounces Persian Noodles (Reshteh) or linguine
  • 4 cups Spinach chopped
For the Fresh Herbs
  • 1/2 cup Cilantro chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parsley chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dill
For Garnishing and Serving
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • Sour Cream or Yogurt for creaminess, optional
  • Fried Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of turmeric for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 8 cups of vegetable broth, then add 1 cup of lentils, cooked chickpeas, navy beans, and kidney beans. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  4. Add 8 ounces of Persian noodles, cook for 8–10 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in 4 cups of chopped spinach, along with 1/2 cup of onions, cilantro, parsley, and dill. Cook for 5–7 minutes until the greens wilt.
  6. Adjust flavors with salt and pepper. Serve topped with sour cream or yogurt and crispy onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 15gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Allow the soup to rest overnight for deeper flavors and enjoy it fresh with herbs and noodles added just before serving.

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