Soupe de Merguez Végétarienne

Soupe de Merguez Végétarienne is a hearty and flavorful Moroccan-inspired soup that combines the warmth of spices with the richness of vegetables. This comforting dish provides a satisfying and nutritious meal, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned chickpeas - 200 grams, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Canned diced tomatoes - 200 grams
• Harissa paste - 1 tablespoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot and celery, cooking for 5 minutes until slightly softened.
5. Incorporate the red bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, harissa paste, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
8. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 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 plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.

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