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Greek Chickpea Soup

Heartwarming Greek Chickpea Soup for Cozy Nights

Enjoy a heartwarming bowl of Greek Chickpea Soup, perfect for cozy nights and comforting meals.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Dried Chickpeas Soak overnight for optimal cooking.
  • 1 medium Onion Fresh and minced.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 5 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Preferably cold-pressed.
For Flavor and Texture
  • 8 cups Hot Water or Stock Vegetable or chicken stock is preferred.
  • 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano Can substitute with Italian seasoning.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried chickpeas in a bowl filled with water for at least 8 hours or overnight. Drain and rinse.
  2. In a large pot, bring fresh water to a boil and add soaked chickpeas. Boil for 2 minutes, then drain.
  3. Heat olive oil in the same pot over medium-high heat. Add minced onion and garlic; sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  4. Stir the drained chickpeas back into the pot with enough hot water or stock to cover them. Season and simmer for 2-3 hours.
  5. Once chickpeas are tender, stir in remaining olive oil and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Add dried oregano and lemon juice, stir well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let the soup rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftover soup in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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