Lentil & Greens Khoreshe

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant Persian-inspired stew combining earthy lentils, fresh greens, and bright citrus notes.
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Lentil & Greens Khoreshe

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 194.5

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This Lentil & Greens Khoreshe is a comforting and nutritious Persian-style stew that balances earthy lentils with fresh, crisp greens. The dish is infused with aromatic turmeric and brightened by a generous squeeze of lemon or lime juice, creating a complex flavor profile that is both savory and refreshing. Ideal for a healthy weeknight dinner, this vegan-friendly main comes together in under an hour. The tender lentils and wilted spinach create a hearty texture, perfect for spooning over fluffy basmati rice or dipping into with warm wholemeal flatbread. Its a satisfying meal that brings the warmth of home-style cooking to your table.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a heavy pan, heat the oil over medium heat and brown the finely chopped onion, stirring frequently until softened and translucent.
  2. Add the turmeric to the pan and fry for another minute, stirring constantly to toast the spice without burning it.
  3. Add the rinsed brown lentils, water, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pan.
  4. Stir to combine, then cover the pan and decrease heat to low.
  5. Let the mixture simmer gently until the lentils are tender, about 40 minutes.
  6. Stir in the chopped spinach, green onions, parsley, cilantro, and tareh (or garlic chives).
  7. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted but still vibrant.
  8. Stir in the lemon or lime juice and adjust seasonings with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
  9. Serve the khoreshe hot, accompanied by fluffy basmati rice or wholemeal flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 194.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.1g31%
Saturated Fat 3.0g15%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1.6mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 4.4g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g3%
Sugars 1.3g
Protein 0.5g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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