Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup with Chickpeas

This Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup with Chickpeas is a nourishing and hearty dish perfect for a late-night meal. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it offers a delightful blend of flavors that warms the soul.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 100 grams
• Chickpeas (canned) - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Spinach (fresh) - 50 grams, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper, and sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, and oregano, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rinsed chickpeas and quinoa to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the vegetables are tender.
7. Stir in the chopped spinach and lemon juice, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber from quinoa and chickpeas, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall wellness.

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