Lemon Chickpea Soup
Lemon Chickpea Soup is a vibrant and comforting dish that combines hearty chickpeas with zesty lemon for a refreshing experience. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or light summer lunches, delivering a delightful mix of flavors that will satisfy everyone at the table. Packed with nutritional goodness, this soup not only warms your body but also lifts your spirits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 fresh lemons, juiced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Squeeze in the juice of two lemons and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add spinach or kale; cook until wilted (approximately 2 minutes).
- For a creamier texture, blend half the soup before returning it to the pot.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra lemon slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg