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Spicy Harissa Chickpea Soup
A flavorful and spicy chickpea soup with harissa, perfect for a warm meal.
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Prep Time
10
minutes
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Cook Time
25
minutes
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Total Time
35
minutes
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Course
Main Course
Cuisine
Mediterranean
Servings
4
Ingredients
2
cans
chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1
medium
onion, diced
3
cloves
garlic, minced
1
tablespoon
harissa paste
1
teaspoon
ground cumin
1
teaspoon
ground coriander
4
cups
vegetable broth
1
can
diced tomatoes (14 oz)
1
medium
carrot, diced
1
red bell pepper
diced
2
cups
fresh spinach
2
tablespoons
olive oil
to taste
salt and pepper
for garnish
fresh cilantro
for serving
lemon wedges
Instructions
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, harissa paste, ground cumin, and ground coriander. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots and red bell pepper to the pot, stirring to combine. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juices) and drained chickpeas. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Just before serving, stir in the fresh spinach until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a wedge of lemon for squeezing over the soup.
Notes
Adjust the harissa paste based on your spice preference.
Keyword
chickpeas, harissa, soup, spicy, vegetarian