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Lemon Herb Chickpea and Greens Soup

A bright, hearty, and nourishing vegetarian soup packed with chickpeas, leafy greens, and zesty lemon.

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Lemon Herb Chickpea and Greens Soup

When you need a bowl of pure comfort that’s also incredibly good for you, this Lemon Herb Chickpea and Greens Soup is just the ticket! It's warm, bright, and brimming with wholesome ingredients, making it the perfect restorative meal for any day of the week. Super easy to make, and bursting with fresh flavors, it’s a feel-good soup everyone will love!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, peeled and diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 5 oz fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • Crusty bread, for serving (optional)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened.

  2. Step 2

    Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried thyme. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the vegetable broth, rinsed chickpeas, and diced tomatoes (with their juice). Bring the soup to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in the fresh lemon juice and chopped spinach or kale. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the greens have wilted.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper as needed.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot with crusty bread, if desired.

Tips

  • If using kale, massage it lightly with olive oil before adding to the soup for extra tenderness.
  • For a creamier texture, you can blend about 1 cup of the soup with an immersion blender before adding the greens.
  • Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick.

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