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Heartwarming Greek Chickpea Soup

Heartwarming Greek Chickpea Soup

This Heartwarming Greek Chickpea Soup is a wholesome and flavorful dish, perfect for comforting meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot

Ingredients
  

For the Soup

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas Soak overnight for optimal texture
  • 1 medium onion minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil essential for richness
  • 5 cups hot water or vegetable stock helps cook and flavor chickpeas
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano adds earthy flavor
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice adjust to taste

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 cup carrots or celery diced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes for added spiciness

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Soak 1 cup of dried chickpeas in a large bowl of cold water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
  • In a large pot, bring fresh water to a boil and add the soaked chickpeas. Boil for 2 minutes before draining.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Sauté 1 medium minced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  • Add the reserved chickpeas, 5 cups of hot water or vegetable stock, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.
  • Stir in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and continue to simmer for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the juice of 1 lemon and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Let sit for 5 minutes.

Notes

Adjust seasoning as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Chickpea, comfort food, Healthy, hearty, soup, Vegetarian
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