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Moroccan Harira Soup Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Moroccan soup made with tomatoes, lentils, chickpeas, and a blend of spices.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Moroccan
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika
  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • 1 lemon juice of

Instructions 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and garlic, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the turmeric, cinnamon, ginger, cumin, and paprika, and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
  3. Add the lentils, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  4. Stir in the cilantro, parsley, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice. Serve hot.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

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