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Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup Recipe

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds richness and flavor to sautéed vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Provides a sweet aromatic base
  • 2 medium Carrots Adds natural sweetness and crunch
  • 2 stalks Celery Contributes freshness and depth
  • 1 strip Lemon Peel Infuses citrus aroma into the broth
  • 3 cloves Garlic Enhances flavor with fragrant aroma
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth The soup's foundation
  • 1 can Chickpeas Offers protein and hearty texture
  • 1 cup Orzo Pasta Adds body and absorbs flavors
  • 1 cup Kale Introduces color and nutrients
For the Avgolemono
  • 2 large Eggs Adds creaminess through avgolemono technique
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Provides a fragrant herbal note

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, add onion, carrots, and celery, cooking for about 10 minutes until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and lemon peel, sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then add chickpeas, orzo, salt, pepper, and oregano. Simmer until orzo is al dente.
  4. Reserve some hot broth and lower heat to a simmer.
  5. Whisk eggs and lemon juice in a small bowl, temper with reserved broth.
  6. Stir the tempered mixture back into the pot, add kale, and let wilt for 5 minutes.
  7. Remove lemon peel and stir in fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a comforting, hearty soup.

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