Mesopotamian Barley, Lentil and Tahini Soup (Vegan) Recipe

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Mesopotamian Barley, Lentil and Tahini Soup (Vegan)
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Directions:

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, leeks, chili and garlic and stri fry for 10 minutes.
  2. Add the chickpeas and vegetable stock, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, partially cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
  3. Add the barley, lentils, salt and pepper and bring back to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, partially cover and cook for 30 minutes until barley and lentils are tender, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the tomatoes and herbs, cover and simmer over low heat for 40 more minutes longer.
  5. Add the tahini and lime juice.
  6. Using a hand held mixer, plunge it into the pot and puree some of the ingredients.
  7. If the soup is too thick, add some warm water and bring back to a boil. Adjust seasonings to taste, adding salt, pepper or lime juice as needed.
  8. Just before serving, pour the sooup into a tureen or individual serving bowls. Garnish with black pepper and parsley or a sprig of your favorite herb.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 2122.13 Kcal (8885 kJ)
Calories from fat 153.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.03g 26%
Sodium 75578.93mg 3149%
Potassium 877.79mg 19%
Total Carbs 395.57g 132%
Sugars 6.79g 27%
Dietary Fiber 16.39g 66%
Protein 16.46g 33%
Vitamin C 30.7mg 51%
Iron 5.7mg 32%
Calcium 117.4mg 12%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 300.32 Kcal (1257 kJ)
Calories from fat 21.69 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.41g 26%
Sodium 10695.89mg 3149%
Potassium 124.22mg 19%
Total Carbs 55.98g 132%
Sugars 0.96g 27%
Dietary Fiber 2.32g 66%
Protein 2.33g 33%
Vitamin C 4.3mg 51%
Iron 0.8mg 32%
Calcium 16.6mg 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 43.1
    Points
  • 48
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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