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

This savory quinoa and vegetable soup is a hearty blend of lentils, chickpeas, and fresh spinach, making it a perfect healthy midnight meal. Packed with protein and fiber, it's both comforting and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Quinoa - 1/2 cup
• Red 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
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a medium pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes.
2. Add minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the red lentils, quinoa, and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes.
5. After 15 minutes, stir in the chickpeas and fresh spinach. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
6. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 56 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 550 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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