Lentil soup

Pulses are a winter staple in Greece, with lentils being a particularly popular and tasty variety. As they do not need soaking, they make an easy option for a quick meal. The secret of good lentil soup such as this one, faki soupa, is to be generous with the olive oil. The soup can be served as a main meal, accompanied by olives, bread and cheese or, for a special occasion, with fried squid or keftethes.