Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils

This Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup is a wholesome blend of lentils, chickpeas, and vibrant spinach, creating a hearty and nutritious dish perfect for a healthy midnight meal. Packed with protein and fiber, it warms the soul while being light on the stomach.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1/2 cup
• Green lentils - 1/4 cup
• Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 1 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
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add green lentils and quinoa to the pot, stirring to combine with the vegetables.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. After 15 minutes, add the canned chickpeas and fresh spinach to the pot. Stir well and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.
6. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley, then adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.8 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, aiding in digestion and satiety.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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