Delicious and Nutritious Chickpea Soup Recipe

This flavorful chickpea soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that is perfect for cold evenings. Made with tender chickpeas, vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber. It is a versatile recipe that can be served as a main course or as a starter. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can easily whip up this satisfying soup for a quick and comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

1. Soak the dried chickpeas overnight in water. Drain and rinse.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, turmeric, and chili powder (if using). Stir well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
4. Add the soaked chickpeas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the chickpeas are tender.
5. Using an immersion blender or a regular blender, blend the soup until smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
6. Serve the chickpea soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
7. Enjoy the delicious and nutritious homemade chickpea soup!

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