Sofrito Soup

Sofrito Soup is a vibrant, healthy Greek dish that combines the aromatic flavors of a traditional sofrito with nourishing vegetables and legumes. This comforting soup is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal meal for any day.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Green bell pepper - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomatoes - 400 grams, diced (canned or fresh)
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Chickpeas - 240 grams, cooked (1 can)
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion, garlic, green bell pepper, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to break down.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes.
6. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber due to the chickpeas, promoting digestive health.

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