Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas

This Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup is a hearty, nutritious blend that perfectly balances the earthiness of lentils and chickpeas with vibrant spinach. It's a comforting midnight dish, packed with protein and fiber, to nourish your body and soul.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1/2 cup
• Green lentils - 1/4 cup
• Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 1/2 cup
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups
• Carrot (diced) - 1 medium
• Celery (diced) - 1 stalk
• Onion (chopped) - 1 small
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Vegetable broth - 4 cups
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse quinoa and lentils under cold water in a fine mesh strainer.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried oregano, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rinsed quinoa, lentils, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer.
5. Cover and let simmer for 15 minutes, or until the lentils and quinoa are tender.
6. Stir in the chickpeas and fresh spinach, cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 54 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and legumes, supporting overall health.

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