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The Verdict
Lentil soup is the backbone of the Greek diet for a reason.
Why go
Done right, it is rich, earthy, and finished with a good splash of vinegar. It’s nourishing, simple, and cheap.
Best for
Budget · Vegetarian · Food
Skip if
You think lentil soup is just 'bird food'.
Best months
Year-round
Recommendation
Recommended
Understand the place
Lentil soup, earthy and cheap, finished with a splash of vinegar that lifts the whole bowl. The everyday staple of the Greek diet, done right.
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