What is lentil soup?
Q: What is lentil soup?
A: Lentil soup is a hot soup made with lentils and usually served vegetarian, though it can also be made with meat stock. It is popular in the Middle East and often includes garlic, cumin, lemon juice, and vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, parsley and onion.
Q: Where is lentil soup popular?
A: Lentil soup is popular all over the Middle East.
Q: What are some ingredients that are commonly added to lentil soup?
A: Commonly added ingredients include garlic, cumin, lemon juice, and vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, parsley and onion. Croutons may also be added for presentation.
Q: Is there any mention of lentil soup in the Bible or other literature?
A: Yes! In Genesis 25:34 of the Bible Esau gives up his birthright for a pot of fragrant red lentil soup being cooked by his brother Jacob. The ancient Greek dramatist Aristophanes mentions it in his plays as one of the "sweetest delicacies".
Q: Was lentil soup once only food for the poor?
A: Yes! Lentil Soup was once a food for the poor but today it is recognized as highly nutritious providing a good source of protein fiber iron and potassium.
Q: What types of lentils can be used to make this dish?
A: Red or green lentils may be used when making this dish.
