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Persian Noodle Soup Recipe (Ash Reshteh)

Persian Noodle Soup (Ash Reshteh)

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Persian Noodle Soup, known as Ash Reshteh, is a comforting and nutritious dish that brings together the rich flavors of legumes, fresh herbs, and noodles. This hearty soup is perfect for family meals or cozy gatherings, offering a taste of Iranian culinary tradition.

  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup cooked navy beans
  • 1 cup cooked kidney beans
  • ½ pound Persian noodles or linguine
  • 3 cups chopped spinach
  • 1 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 cup chopped parsley
  • 1 cup chopped dill
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sour cream for serving (optional)
  • Fried onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and turmeric; cook until fragrant.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and add lentils, chickpeas, navy beans, and kidney beans. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Incorporate noodles into the pot and cook for an additional 10 minutes until tender.
  5. Add spinach, cilantro, parsley, and dill; stir well and cook for another 5–7 minutes until greens wilt.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
  • Author: Amanda
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Persian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Fiber: 15g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
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