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Persian Noodle Soup

Persian Noodle Soup: A Warm Hug in a Bowl

This hearty Persian Noodle Soup, or Ash Reshteh, is a comforting blend of beans and herbs, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Persian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup lentils, rinsed
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup cooked navy beans
  • 1 cup cooked kidney beans
  • ½ pound Persian noodles or linguine
For the Greens
  • 3 cups spinach, chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1 cup dill, chopped
For Serving
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • sour cream or yogurt optional, for vegan use plant-based alternative
  • fried onions for garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Persian Noodle Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Once the oil glistens, add the diced large onion and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent.
  2. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 teaspoon of turmeric into the sautéed onions. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes, letting the ingredients mingle.
  3. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a bubbling boil. Once boiling, add 1 cup each of lentils, cooked chickpeas, navy beans, and kidney beans. Lower the heat and cover the pot, allowing the soup to cook for 20 minutes.
  4. Carefully add ½ pound of Persian noodles or linguine into the bubbling soup. Stir gently and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the noodles are tender yet firm to the bite.
  5. Stir in 3 cups of chopped spinach, 1 cup each of chopped cilantro, parsley, and dill into the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the greens soften and wilt.
  6. Taste the soup and season it with salt and pepper according to your preference. Allow it to simmer for a few more moments.
  7. Ladle the warm soup into bowls, and top each serving with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt, along with a sprinkle of crispy fried onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Adjust legumes and noodles to personal preference for a unique twist.

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