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A hearty Turkish lentil-and-vegetable stew made without noodles.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Noodle-Free Lentil Stew (240 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 38.4 g of carbs, 15.6 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 12 g of fiber. Its 216 µg of Folate covers 54% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
264
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
38.4g
· 14% DV
Protein
15.6g
· 31% DV
Fat
6g
· 8% DV
Fiber
12g
· 43% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 57% · Protein 23% · Fat 20%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 0.96 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 528 mg | 23% |
| Total carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 12 g | 43% |
| Protein | 15.6 g | 31% |
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 | 264 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 17 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 110 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 200 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 330 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 363 kcal |
Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.
Noodle-Free Lentil Stew typically combines lentils with onion, tomato paste, and vegetables such as carrots or potatoes. Recipes vary, but without noodles the lentils and vegetables provide the stew’s body and texture.
Cook rinsed lentils with sautéed onion, tomato paste, and chopped vegetables until tender. Add liquid gradually to reach a stew-like consistency, and season near the end. Green or brown lentils hold their shape better than red lentils.
Green or brown lentils are best for a chunky Noodle-Free Lentil Stew because they tend to keep their shape during cooking. Red lentils work too, but break down more readily and make the stew thicker and smoother.
Serve Noodle-Free Lentil Stew with a crisp salad, yogurt, or bread. Rice is also a common accompaniment, while pickles add a sharp contrast; because the stew is filling, a simple side is usually enough.
Yes, Noodle-Free Lentil Stew freezes well. Cool it, portion it into airtight freezer-safe containers, and thaw before reheating gently on the stove. Add a little water if it has thickened; potatoes may become softer after freezing.
Noodle-Free Lentil Stew keeps for about three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Refrigerate it promptly after it cools, and reheat only the portion you plan to eat, adding a splash of water if needed.
Yes, canned lentils can be used in Noodle-Free Lentil Stew. Drain and rinse them, then add them after the vegetables have softened and simmer just long enough for the flavors to combine, since canned lentils are already cooked.
Karaşimşek is a colloquial Turkish name associated with lentils, and Noodle-Free Lentil Stew refers to a lentil-and-vegetable stew made without erişte, or Turkish noodles. The name distinguishes this version from recipes that include noodles.
To thicken Noodle-Free Lentil Stew, mash some of the cooked lentils and vegetables against the side of the pot, then stir them back in. To thin it, add hot water a little at a time and simmer briefly.
Yes, Noodle-Free Lentil Stew can be made in a slow cooker. Add rinsed lentils, vegetables, tomato paste, and liquid, then cook until the lentils are tender; add extra liquid if needed, since slow cookers lose less moisture than stovetop pots.
Vitamins
Folate
216µg · 54% DV
B1
0.24mg · 20% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
B5
0.48mg · 10% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.48mg · 53% DV
Manganese
0.96mg · 42% DV
Phosphorus
240mg · 34% DV
Iron
5.28mg · 29% DV
Sodium
528mg · 23% DV
Potassium ⭐
600mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Noodle-Free Lentil Stew is a Turkish home-style pot of lentils and vegetables, cooked without the noodles sometimes added to karaşimşek. The lentils simmer until tender and give the broth a naturally thick, hearty texture; vegetables and seasoning bring a savoury, gently earthy flavour.
In Turkey, it is served as a filling lunch or dinner, often with bread and pickles. Elsewhere, it makes an easy one-pot meal, with crusty bread or a squeeze of lemon alongside. It offers plant protein and fibre, with 5 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less oil and add extra vegetables.
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.
High
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
0.96g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.