Bean And Bulghur Soup Recipe

This hearty and flavorful Bean & Bulghur Soup is a pantry-friendly recipe perfect for a cozy night in! Thick, filling, and packed with protein, this vegetarian soup is easily customizable to your spice preferences. Made with simple ingredients and ready in under an hour, it's a delicious and satisfying meal any time of year. Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option, or water for a vegan choice.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 244.8 kcal
Protein 24g
Rating 3.5 (6 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bean And Bulghur Soup

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How to Make Bean And Bulghur Soup

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Add 1 cup of green lentils, 1 cup bulghur wheat, 4 cups vegetable broth (or water), 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), and 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the bulghur is cooked through and the lentils are tender.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tablespoons dried) before serving.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or your favorite spices to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

1g

Carbs

16g