Recipes / Shawarma meat

Creamy Shawarma Lentil Soup

  • Category Soup | Vegetarian | Comfort Food

  • Servings 4–6

  • Prep Time 10 minutes

  • Cook Time 35 minutes

Intro

This lentil soup gets a flavorful upgrade with the warming, savory notes of shawarma spice. Blended until creamy with a swirl of yogurt, it’s nourishing and layered with depth. Serve it with flatbread for a wholesome lunch or dinner.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon shawarma meat spice
  • 1 cup red lentils
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for serving)

Instructions

  • Sauté the Base
    In a pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, and carrot for 5–7 minutes until softened.
  • Add Spices and Lentils
    Stir in cumin and shawarma spice. Add lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
  • Blend the Soup
    Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, or blend in batches.
  • Serve
    Ladle into bowls and swirl in Greek yogurt.
  • Serving Suggestions
    Serve with warm pita or zaatar toast for dipping.

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Shawarma meat

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