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Traditional Anatolian soup, tarhana enriched with lemon and meat broth.
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Lemon meat broth tarhana soup (250 g) has 138 calories. That works out to 55 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 6.5 g of protein, 2.8 g of fat and 3 g of fiber. Its 17.5 mg of Vitamin C covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
138
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
21.8g
· 8% DV
Protein
6.5g
· 13% DV
Fat
2.8g
· 4% DV
Fiber
3g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 63% · Protein 19% · Fat 18%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 138 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.8 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 575 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 3 g | 11% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% |
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) | 250 g | 138 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 55 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 200 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 193 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 275 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 750 g | 413 kcal |
Calculated from 55 calories per 100 g.
Lemon meat broth tarhana soup is a traditional Anatolian soup made by cooking tarhana—a fermented, dried mixture commonly based on grain and yogurt—with meat broth and lemon. It combines tarhana’s tangy flavor with a savory broth and a fresh citrus finish.
To make lemon meat broth tarhana soup, first whisk the tarhana with cold water until smooth. Stir it gradually into hot meat broth, then simmer while stirring until thickened. Add lemon juice near the end so its fresh flavor remains noticeable.
Add lemon juice to lemon meat broth tarhana soup near the end of cooking or just before serving. Prolonged boiling can dull its fresh citrus flavor. Start with a little, taste the soup, and add more if you want a sharper finish.
Lemon meat broth tarhana soup turns lumpy when dry tarhana hits hot liquid before it has been dispersed. Mix the tarhana with cold water first, then pour it into the broth gradually while stirring. An immersion blender can smooth out lumps afterward.
Lemon meat broth tarhana soup tastes tangy and savory, with tarhana’s fermented flavor balanced by rich meat broth and bright lemon. The final taste varies with the tarhana and broth used, so add lemon gradually rather than making the soup sharply sour.
Yes, chicken broth works in lemon meat broth tarhana soup if you want a milder flavor than beef or lamb broth provides. Use an unsalted or lightly salted broth when possible, then taste before adding extra salt, since broth can already be seasoned.
Serve lemon meat broth tarhana soup with crusty bread, flatbread, or a simple rice dish. A fresh salad or pickled vegetables also pair well with its savory, tart flavor, making the soup work as a starter or part of a light meal.
Lemon meat broth tarhana soup keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. It thickens as it sits, so stir in a little water or broth while reheating and warm it thoroughly, stirring to prevent sticking.
Yes, you can freeze lemon meat broth tarhana soup in individual portions, though its texture may separate or thicken after thawing. Defrost it in the refrigerator, reheat while stirring, and add a splash of broth or water to restore a smoother consistency.
Yes, you can make lemon meat broth tarhana soup with vegetable broth instead, though it will no longer have the same savory meat-broth flavor. Choose a well-seasoned vegetable broth, then adjust the lemon and salt after the tarhana has cooked.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
17.5mg · 19% DV
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
B1
0.1mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
575mg · 25% DV
Phosphorus
80mg · 11% DV
Copper
0.1mg · 11% DV
Selenium
5.5µg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
213mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
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Lemon meat broth tarhana soup brings together tarhana—a fermented mixture, often made with flour, yoghurt and vegetables, then dried—with meat broth and lemon. It is rooted in Anatolian home cooking. Once simmered, the tarhana thickens the broth and gives the soup a gently tangy, savoury flavour; lemon adds a fresher edge.
In Turkey, it is commonly served hot as a simple lunch or supper, especially on cold days, with bread alongside. Elsewhere, it works well as a warming starter or light meal. It is mostly a carbohydrate-based soup, with 2.6 g of protein per 100 g. For a lighter bowl, replace some of the meat broth with water and adjust the lemon at the table.
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 3
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
— Not 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
0.75g
MONOUNSATURATED
1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.