Lentil Soup with Spinach and Lemon Ads Bi Hamud

Discover the comforting and vibrant flavors of Lentil Soup with Spinach and Lemon, also known as Ads Bi Hamud, a Middle Eastern classic that’s hearty, healthy, and irresistibly tangy. This nourishing soup features tender red lentils simmered with aromatic cumin and coriander, then brightened with a generous squeeze of fresh lemon juice. Packed with nutrient-rich baby spinach and cooked to perfection in a flavorful vegetable broth, it's a dish that delivers both comfort and freshness in every spoonful. Ready in under 45 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy family dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and an added layer of flavor, and serve it warm for a soul-satisfying meal that’s both vegan and gluten-free.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 1 cup red lentils
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and finely chop the carrot and celery. Add them to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the cumin powder and coriander powder. Cook for 1 minute, allowing the spices to toast and release their aroma.

Step 4

Rinse the red lentils under cold water until the water runs clear. Add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach to the pot and stir until the leaves are wilted, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2108.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1188.8

Total Fat 42.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5893.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.6g
Protein 49.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 480.3mg	0%
Iron 20.3mg	0%
Potassium 3966.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 53.0%