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Greek Healing Soup

Nourishing Greek Healing Soup for Soulful Comfort

Discover the goodness of Greek Healing Soup, a vegetarian delight packed with Mediterranean flavors, perfect for nourishing body and soul.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 140
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots Diced
  • 2 stalks Celery Chopped
  • 1 medium Potato Diced
  • 1 medium Zucchini Chopped
For the Protein and Broth
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth
For the Herbs and Spices
  • 1 tablespoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional
  • Salt To taste
  • Pepper To taste
For the Greens and Finish
  • 2 cups Kale Chopped, can substitute with Spinach
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh, added at the end

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, pour 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat it over medium heat for about 1 minute.
  2. Add one chopped onion to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Next, add 2 diced carrots and 2 chopped celery stalks. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add 1 diced potato and 1 chopped zucchini, stirring well and cooking for another 5 minutes.
  6. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth and add 1 can of drained chickpeas, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  7. Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  8. Uncover and stir in 2 cups of chopped kale or spinach, cooking until just wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and add the juice of one fresh lemon, stirring gently.
  10. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 6gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the soup to rest before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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