Chick-Pea And Cilantro Soup

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, creamy vegan soup blending earthy chickpeas with fresh cilantro and bright lemon notes.
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This Chickpea and Cilantro Soup is a quick, nourishing bowl of comfort that relies on simple pantry staples to create a complex, herbaceous flavor profile. The base starts with sautéed onions and garlic, building a savory foundation before canned chickpeas and water simmer together to soften. Half of the mixture is blended until silky smooth, then returned to the pot for a creamy texture without any dairy. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice are stirred in at the end, providing a bright, aromatic finish that cuts through the earthiness of the legumes. ItâÂÂs an ideal light lunch or dinner for busy weeknights, offering substantial protein and fiber while feeling incredibly light on the stomach. Perfect for meal prep, this soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

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Chick-Pea And Cilantro Soup

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 48.0

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This Chickpea and Cilantro Soup is a quick, nourishing bowl of comfort that relies on simple pantry staples to create a complex, herbaceous flavor profile. The base starts with saut&# 195;©ed onions and garlic, building a savory foundation before canned chickpeas and water simmer together to soften. Half of the mixture is blended until silky smooth, then returned to the pot for a creamy texture without any dairy. Fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon juice are stirred in at the end, providing a bright, aromatic finish that cuts through the earthiness of the legumes. ItâÂÂs an ideal light lunch or dinner for busy weeknights, offering substantial protein and fiber while feeling incredibly light on the stomach. Perfect for meal prep, this soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the chopped garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed chickpeas, water, and salt to the pot.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes until chickpeas are tender.
  6. Remove half of the soup from the pot and blend until smooth using an immersion blender or standard blender.
  7. Return the blended portion to the pot and stir to combine.
  8. Stir in the fresh cilantro and lemon juice.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
  10. Serve warm in bowls, garnished with extra cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 48.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.1g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 4.8mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 11.2g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 1.3g3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chickpea, cilantro, garlic, lemon, mediterranean, onion, plant-based, quick, simple, smoothie, vegan, vegetarian, warm
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