Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod)
Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) balances earthy brown lentils with a punch of fresh lemon, creating a tangy, comforting bowl. Spinach and dried mint add herbal depth and a touch of greenery, while garlic rounds out the flavor. Serve it for a light lunch or a cozy dinner with warm flatbread or toasted pita.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 64 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 44 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 83
- Heart Health
- 91
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 44
- Inflammatory
- 49
- Performance
- 64
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat oil in a large pot over high heat. When the oil is very hot, add the onions and cook, stirring, until they start to turn dark brown and caramelize, about 10 minutes.
- 2
Add the lentils, garlic, frozen spinach, and mint to the pot.
- 3
Pour in enough water to cover the lentil mixture by about 2 inches, then stir well to release the browned onion bits from the bottom of the pot.
- 4
Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium.
- 5
Simmer, uncovered, until the lentils are tender, about 20 minutes.
- 6
If the soup becomes too thick, add a little more water.
- 7
Salt to taste. Lower the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Calories 149.05 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 6.73 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 27.64 g 10%
- Total Fat 1.99 g Low Source 3%
- Saturated Fat 0.27 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 117.38 mg Moderate 5%
- Dietary Fiber 7.93 g Good Source 28%
- Total Sugars 3.39 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 118.41 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 3.1 mg Moderate 17%
- Potassium 446.41 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 298.25 mcg Good Source 33%
- Vitamin C 24.72 mg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) is made with 8 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Diced Onion, Dried Mint, Garlic, and Lemon Juice. Each serving provides about 149.05 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) made of?
- The main ingredients are Diced Onion, Dried Mint, Garlic, Lemon Juice, Lentils. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod)?
- About 40 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 149.05 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 7 steps.
- Is Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) healthy?
- Lebanese Lentil and Lemon Soup (Adas bil Hamod) has an easyChef Pro health score of 65/100. Per serving, it provides 149.05 calories and 6.73 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 117.38 mg (5% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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