Chickpea and Spinach Soup

Chickpea and Spinach Soup is a hearty and nutritious Lebanese dish that combines protein-rich chickpeas with vibrant spinach in a warm, flavorful broth. Perfect for a light meal, this soup is both comforting and packed with health benefits.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion, diced - 1 medium (about 150g)
• Garlic, minced - 3 cloves
• Carrot, diced - 1 medium (about 100g)
• Celery stalk, diced - 1 medium (about 100g)
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed - 240g
• Fresh spinach - 150g
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Add the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery to the pot. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Stir in the cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the spices become fragrant.
4. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Add the drained chickpeas and cook for 10 minutes.
5. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3 minutes.
6. Stir in the lemon juice, adjust seasoning if necessary, and remove from heat.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber which aids digestion and promotes satiety.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from spinach, contributing to overall health.

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