Vegetable and Chickpea Soup

This hearty Vegetable and Chickpea Soup is a comforting Lebanese dish packed with protein and vibrant flavors. It's a nourishing blend of vegetables and chickpeas simmered in aromatic spices, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced carrot, celery, and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the diced zucchini and tomato, cooking for another 3-4 minutes while stirring occasionally.
5. Add the drained chickpeas to the pot along with the vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice just before serving.
8. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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