Delicious and Nutritious Freekeh Soup Recipe

This flavorful and hearty freekeh soup is a comforting meal for two on a chilly evening. Made with nutritious freekeh grains, tender vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is packed with vitamins and minerals. It is easy to prepare and will warm you up from the inside out. Serve with a slice of crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup freekeh grains
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Directions

1. Rinse the freekeh grains under cold water to remove any residue.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Saute for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and turmeric. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rinsed freekeh grains to the pot and stir to combine with the vegetables and spices.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
6. Cover the pot and simmer for about 30 minutes until the freekeh is tender.
7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Remove the bay leaf and ladle the soup into bowls.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
10. Enjoy this comforting freekeh soup with a slice of crusty bread.

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