Garlic Chickpea Soup

Garlic Chickpea Soup

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: LUNCH Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup spinach leaves, fresh
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
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Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cumin, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the chickpeas and vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted.
  6. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Serve hot.

Notes

  1. If you want a creamier texture, mash some chickpeas or blend the soup slightly before serving.