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Traditional onion-based soup with lentils and rice
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Cesmingar soup (240 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 68 calories per 100 g. It contains 25 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 4.3 g of fat and 4.1 g of fiber. Its 0.5 mg of Manganese covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
163
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
25g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
4.3g
· 6% DV
Fiber
4.1g
· 15% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 61% · Protein 15% · Fat 24%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 163 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.3 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.67 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 25 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 163 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (mini) | 15 g | 10 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 170 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 500 g | 340 kcal |
Calculated from 68 calories per 100 g.
Cesmingar soup is a traditional onion-based soup made with lentils and rice. Recipes can differ in seasoning and proportions, but those ingredients give it its characteristic savory base and hearty texture.
Not necessarily. Çeşmi Nigar is a separately named Turkish soup often described with a lentil base and an egg-and-lemon or milk finish, while Cesmingar soup is identified here by onion, lentils, and rice. Check the recipe rather than assuming the names mean the same dish.
Soften chopped onion in a little oil, then add lentils, rice, and water or stock. Simmer until the lentils and rice are tender, season to taste, and add hot water if the soup becomes thicker than you like.
Cesmingar soup can be served either smooth or with visible grains, depending on the recipe and your preference. Blend it after cooking for a uniform texture, or leave the cooked rice and lentils whole for a more rustic bowl.
Ordinary white rice works well in Cesmingar soup because it softens during simmering and helps thicken the broth. Rinse it first if you want to remove excess surface starch, and allow for a softer texture if you use brown rice.
Serve Cesmingar soup with crusty bread, a simple salad, or a light vegetable side. Since the soup already contains lentils and rice, a fresh or crisp accompaniment contrasts nicely without making the meal feel overly heavy.
Yes, Cesmingar soup can be cooked ahead and refrigerated, which gives the onion and lentils time to meld. The rice will absorb more liquid as it sits, so loosen the soup with water or stock when reheating.
Yes, Cesmingar soup freezes, although the rice may become softer after thawing. Cool it promptly, portion it into airtight containers, and thaw it in the refrigerator; stir in a little water or stock while reheating if needed.
No, lemon is not essential to Cesmingar soup. Its defining base is onion, lentils, and rice; a squeeze of lemon at the table is an optional way to add brightness, not a required step in every recipe.
Rice releases starch as it cooks and also continues absorbing broth while the soup stands, so Cesmingar soup can thicken noticeably. Stir it during cooking and add hot water when reheating to bring the consistency back to your liking.
Vitamins
Folate
43.2µg · 11% DV
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B6
0.17mg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.53mg · 23% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Phosphorus
91mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
283mg · 8% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cesmingar soup is a traditional onion-based soup made with lentils and rice. The onion gives the broth its savoury base, while lentils add substance and rice makes it gently thick and comforting. It is a simple, home-style dish rather than a heavily dressed or elaborate soup.
In Turkey, it is typically served hot as a first course at lunch or dinner, or enjoyed as a light meal on its own. For English-speaking diners, it fits easily into a soup-and-salad lunch or a warming starter before a larger meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some fibre and plant protein; use a light hand with added oil if you want to keep the bowl lighter.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.67g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.