Freekeh Soup For Two

Freekeh Soup Recipe

This hearty and nutritious freekeh soup is packed with flavor and perfect for a light yet satisfying meal. Follow the steps below to prepare it in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• cup coarsely chopped onion
• 1 clove garlic, smashed and chopped
• cup freekeh (also known as frikeh, fireek, or farik)
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and roughly chopped
• 3 tablespoons celery leaves, chopped
• teaspoon dried parsley
• teaspoon salt
• teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 large bay leaf
• 3 cups chicken stock (dry-prepared EFC)

Directions

Follow these simple steps to create your delicious freekeh soup:

1. Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
3. Stir in the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the freekeh and toast it in the pan for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Incorporate the chopped carrot, celery leaves, dried parsley, salt, pepper, and bay leaf into the saucepan.
6. Pour in the chicken stock and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Once it boils, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the freekeh is tender.
8. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. Let the soup rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
10. Remove the bay leaf, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Each serving contains the following nutritional values:

• Calories: 311
• Total Fat: 13g (17% Daily Value)
• Saturated Fat: 2g (9% Daily Value)
• Cholesterol: 1mg (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 1643mg (71% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 44g (16% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 9g (31% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 4g
• Protein: 9g (17% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 6mg (7% Daily Value)
• Calcium: 41mg (3% Daily Value)
• Iron: 1mg (3% Daily Value)
• Potassium: 213mg (5% Daily Value)

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may vary depending on your calorie needs.