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Hearty soup rich in protein and fiber.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Lentil Noodle Soup (240 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 10.1 g of protein, 2.9 g of fat and 7.9 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 35% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Lentil Noodle Soup is a homestyle soup of lentils cooked with short noodles. In Turkey, the noodles are often erişte, a traditional pasta that may be made at home; onion, tomato paste and herbs can add depth, though recipes vary from kitchen to kitchen.
The broth is gently thick, with tender lentils and soft noodles in each spoonful. It is commonly served hot as a filling everyday meal, especially in cooler weather, and a squeeze of lemon or some bread makes an easy accompaniment. Lentils contribute protein and fibre, while the noodles make the soup more substantial. For a lighter bowl, use less oil and noodles while keeping plenty of lentils.
Selected: 100 g
85
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
13.5g
· 5% DV
Protein
4.2g
· 8% DV
Fat
1.2g
· 2% DV
Fiber
3.3g
· 12% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 21% · Fat 13%
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
Folate
38µg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Zinc
1mg · 9% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
54mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
High
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.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 85 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.14g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Lentil Noodle Soup combines lentils and short noodles in a savory broth, often with onion, tomato paste, and spices. Recipes vary: some use red lentils for a softer, thicker soup, while others keep the lentils whole.
Cook onion with tomato paste and seasonings, add lentils and broth, and simmer until the lentils are tender. Stir in the noodles near the end and cook until just soft, so they do not turn mushy.
Yes, red lentils work well in Lentil Noodle Soup and soften quickly, giving the broth a thicker texture. Brown or green lentils hold their shape more, so allow extra cooking time before adding the noodles.
Short, plain noodles are commonly used in Lentil Noodle Soup; Turkish erişte, small pasta, or broken strands all work. Choose noodles of similar size so they cook evenly, and add them late to avoid overcooking.
The noodles usually get mushy because they were cooked too long or kept sitting in hot broth. Cook them just until tender, or store cooked noodles separately and add them to each bowl when serving.
Yes, canned lentils can be used in Lentil Noodle Soup; drain and rinse them, then add them near the end because they are already cooked. Simmer just long enough to heat them before cooking the noodles.
To thicken Lentil Noodle Soup, mash some of the cooked lentils against the side of the pot or blend a small portion and stir it back in. The noodles also release starch as they cook, thickening the broth.
Serve Lentil Noodle Soup with crusty bread, a crisp salad, or a squeeze of lemon. The lemon brightens the earthy lentils, while bread makes the meal more substantial.
Lentil Noodle Soup keeps in a covered container in the refrigerator for about 3 days. Cool and refrigerate it promptly; the noodles will absorb broth, so loosen the soup with water or stock when reheating.
Yes, but the noodles may become soft after thawing. For better texture, freeze the lentil soup before adding noodles, then cook fresh noodles and stir them in after thawing and reheating.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.