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Garlic Chickpea Soup

A warm, nourishing garlic chickpea soup that provides comfort and sustenance on the coldest days. This cozy bowl is packed with flavor, love, and nutritional benefits.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil A splash of luxury.
  • 1 large onion, diced Yellow is more cost-effective; red is a fancy option.
  • 3-5 cloves garlic, minced Secret weapon against colds.
  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed Use preferred brand.
  • 4 cups vegetable broth Homemade is ideal, but store-bought works.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adds warmth to the soup.
  • to taste salt and pepper Season with your heart.
  • optional fresh parsley or coriander for garnish Adds a special touch.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add the drained chickpeas, vegetable broth, and cumin. Bring the soup to a gentle boil.
  5. Once the soup reaches a boil, take it off the heat and use your immersion blender to puree it until you have a smooth consistency.
  6. Taste and add salt and pepper as needed. If it feels a bit bland, squeeze in some lemon juice for brightness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgFiber: 9gSugar: 2g

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen in a freezer-safe container. Pair with crusty bread for a complete meal.
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