Herbed Freekeh Soup
A warm, nutty Middle Eastern soup built on toasted freekeh grain with aromatic herbs and a squeeze of lemon. Ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 2
Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 4 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in freekeh and cook without stirring for 2 minutes until it turns light golden and fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low.
Step 5
Simmer uncovered for 12 minutes until freekeh is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
Step 6
Stir in fresh parsley and mint, then squeeze in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7
Serve hot in bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot with lid
- wooden spoon
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- measuring cups and spoons
- juicer
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