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Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup

Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup: A Quick Comforting Delight

Enjoy a bowl of Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup, a quick and healthy vegetarian delight packed with vibrant flavors and nutrients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 peel lemon
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adjust to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
For the Chickpeas and Pasta
  • 1 can chickpeas drained
  • 1 cup orzo pasta
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Creamy Finish
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 2 yolks egg yolks
  • 2 cups kale chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Stock Pot
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add 1 finely chopped onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced stalks of celery, sautéing for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant. Stir in the peel of 1 lemon and 2 minced garlic cloves, cooking for an additional minute.
  2. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Add 1 can of drained chickpeas, 1 cup of orzo pasta, 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano. Let simmer for about 10 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to low and reserve 3/4 cup of the hot broth in a separate bowl. In a bowl, whisk together 2 whole eggs, 2 egg yolks, and the juice of 1 lemon.
  4. Slowly drizzle the reserved hot broth into the egg mixture while whisking continuously. Stir the tempered egg mixture back into the soup pot. Add 2 cups of chopped kale and cook on low heat for about 5 minutes.
  5. Remove the lemon peel from the soup, taste, and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh dill before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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