Description
Greek Chickpea Soup is a nourishing and comforting dish that brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. This hearty soup combines tender chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful blend that warms both body and soul. Perfect for chilly nights or as a healthy lunch option, it’s easy to prepare and a great choice for meal prep. Enjoy this satisfying soup on its own or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced carrots and chopped celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add drained chickpeas and canned tomatoes (with juice); mix well.
- Pour in vegetable broth and sprinkle dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; stir in fresh lemon juice before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg