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This Savory Quinoa and Vegetable Soup is a hearty and nutritious blend of lentils, spinach, and chickpeas, perfect for a comforting midnight meal. Packed with protein and fiber, it warms the soul while being easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
2. Add the minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir for another minute until fragrant.
3. Add the green lentils and quinoa to the pot, followed by the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let simmer for about 15 minutes.
4. After 15 minutes, add the drained chickpeas and fresh spinach to the pot. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
5. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 52 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 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, promoting satiety and muscle health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables and legumes.

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