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Savory Mediterranean Chickpea Delight
๐ 30 Mins | ๐พVegan | One Pan
Savory Mediterranean Chickpea Delight
๐ฑ Dive into plant-based perfection with our "Savory Mediterranean Chickpea Delight." Simplicity meets flavor in this quick and wholesome dish! ๐ฒโจ
Reasons to enjoy this delicious dish:
๐ช๐ฑRich in Protein: Chickpeas and red lentils are excellent sources of plant-based protein, providing a satisfying and nourishing element to the dish.
๐พFiber-Rich Goodness: Loaded with fiber, this soup supports digestive health and helps keep you feeling full and satisfied.
๐จVersatile and Adaptable: The recipe allows for customization, so you can adjust the spice levels, experiment with additional herbs, or tailor it to suit your taste preferences.
INGREDIENTS
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INSTRUCTIONS
STEP 1: Drain the chickpeas and place them in fresh cold water. Cook for 30 to 45 minutes.
STEP 2: Heat the vegetable broth in a saucepan.
STEP 3: Peel and finely chop the garlic.
STEP 4: Peel and finely chop the onion.
STEP 5: In a dry pot, quickly toast the cumin and chili just until fragrant.
STEP 6: Add oil, chopped onion, and garlic. Sautรฉ slowly until the onion turns light golden brown.
STEP 7: Add canned tomatoes and lentils, pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a boil, and cook for 15 minutes.
STEP 8: Remove the pot from heat and blend the contents with an immersion blender until smooth.
STEP 9: Return the pot to heat and add the drained chickpeas. Cook until the chickpeas are heated through. Pluck and finely chop the parsley.
Serving:
Chickpea soup with red lentils and canned tomatoes or creamy lentil and tomato soup with chickpeas is a robust soup that can be enriched with chopped parsley. Sour cream can be served alongside the dish.