Name: Greek Chickpea Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, diced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 bay leaf; 4 cups vegetable broth; 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 lemon, juiced; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Greek Chickpea Soup

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A wholesome and comforting Greek Chickpea Soup brimming with tender chickpeas, fresh herbs, and a bright lemon finish, perfect for a nutritious meal any day of the week.

Author: Carmen
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Dinner
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: Greek

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
4 cups vegetable broth
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 lemon, juiced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in oregano, cumin, and bay leaf; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add vegetable broth and chickpeas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
Remove bay leaf. Using an immersion blender, partially puree the soup to desired consistency, leaving some chickpeas whole for texture.
Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving warm.

Notes

For a richer flavor, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve with crusty bread or a Greek salad.

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