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Chickpea and Spinach Soup

I hope this comprehensive guide has inspired you to make your own Chickpea and Spinach Soup! It’s a delicious, comforting, and nutritious meal that’s perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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Here’s the complete list of ingredients, with precise measurements:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth or water
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • Lemon wedges for serving (optional)

These ingredients will made a perfect and tasty soup.

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Instructions

Let’s break down the process into easy-to-follow steps.

Step 1: Sauté Vegetables. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 2: Add Garlic. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 3: Add Spices. Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.

Step 4: Add Remaining Ingredients (Except Spinach). Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and vegetable broth or water. Stir to combine.

Step 5: Simmer. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.

Step 6: Add Spinach. Stir in the roughly chopped spinach and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7: Season and Serve. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, with lemon wedges on the side for a bright, fresh flavor if desired.

These are easy to follow instructions.