🌟 Moroccan Chickpea Soup Recipe – A Flavorful Delight in Under 30 Minutes! 🌟
If you’re craving a taste of Morocco in the comfort of your own home, this Moroccan Chickpea Soup is the perfect culinary journey. Bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients, this vegan delight is not only quick to prepare but also a hearty and nutritious choice for any day of the week.
🕒 Total Time: 20 Minutes
- 🕔 Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- 🕔 Cook Time: 10 Minutes
👩🍳 Ingredients:
- 2 carrots, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 onions, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/3 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
- 1/4 teaspoon powdered turmeric
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Garlic-flavored croutons (for garnish)
- Safflower oil (or substitute with olive oil)
- 4-5 cups vegetable stock
🔥 Instructions:
- In a 4-5 quart saucepan, heat safflower oil over medium heat.
- Add finely chopped carrots, minced garlic, and diced onions to the saucepan. Cook until tender, creating a fragrant base for your soup.
- Set aside the vegetable mixture while you prepare the chickpea puree.
- In a food processor, combine chickpeas, 1 cup of vegetable stock, tahini, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth, creating a creamy and luscious texture.
- Stir the pureed mixture into the saucepan with the sautéed vegetables.
- Add the remaining ingredients, including the vegetable stock, cumin, black pepper, thyme leaves, powdered turmeric, and cayenne pepper.
- Cover the saucepan and let it simmer for 5 minutes, allowing all the flavors to meld together and the soup to heat through.
- Once done, ladle the Moroccan Chickpea Soup into bowls, ready to be savored.
- For an extra touch, top each serving with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley, toasted sesame seeds for a delightful crunch, and garlic-flavored croutons.
- 🌿 Variations: Feel free to substitute olive oil for safflower oil for a different flavor profile.
🌈 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 331.2
- Fat: 17.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 356.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 36.4g
- Fiber: 8.1g
- Sugar: 2.9g
- Protein: 9.7g
⭐ Customer Reviews:
This Moroccan Chickpea Soup has garnered a stellar aggregated rating of 5 stars, based on rave reviews from 6 satisfied customers. They praise its quick preparation, exotic flavors, and the comforting warmth it brings to the table.
Embark on a culinary adventure with this Moroccan Chickpea Soup, a harmonious blend of spices and textures that will transport your taste buds to the bustling markets of Morocco. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a quick, nutritious lunch, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. 🍲✨
