Spiced Chickpea Soup

This Spiced Chickpea Soup is a warm and hearty Moroccan-inspired dish that combines the richness of chickpeas with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a cozy meal, it brings a delightful balance of flavors and nutrition to your table.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas (canned) - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion (chopped) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 3 cloves
• Carrot (diced) - 1 medium
• Celery (diced) - 1 stalk
• Red bell pepper (diced) - 1 medium
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Spinach (fresh) - 100 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon (juiced) - 1
• Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - a handful

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, diced celery, and diced red bell pepper; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
4. Add the cumin, coriander, paprika, and turmeric to the pot; stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed) and tomato paste; stir to combine.
6. Bring the soup to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
7. Add the fresh spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
8. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
9. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall well-being.

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