Kahvaltı Çorbası

Kahvaltı Çorbası is a comforting Turkish breakfast soup made with fresh vegetables and herbs, perfect for starting your day with warmth and flavor. This vegetarian dish is both nutritious and satisfying, offering a delightful taste of traditional Turkish cuisine.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Chickpeas - 100 grams, cooked
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrot and bell pepper, cooking for about 5 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Mix in the diced zucchini and chopped tomato, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
7. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the cooked chickpeas, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
8. Let the soup simmer for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
9. Stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice just before serving.
10. Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• High in fiber from chickpeas, promoting digestive health.

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