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Hearty Moroccan Chickpea Soup

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A cozy and flavorful Moroccan chickpea soup with warm spices like cumin, cinnamon, and smoked paprika, perfect for comforting meals and easy to prepare in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas or 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Handful fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic. Drain and rinse canned chickpeas or prepare cooked ones (about 10 minutes).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, ground coriander, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to toast spices.
  4. Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth. Add chickpeas and stir to combine. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Remove about 1 to 1 ½ cups of soup and puree until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender. Return blended soup to pot and stir well.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add fresh lemon juice. Simmer for another 5 minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Serve hot with warm bread or pita.

Notes

Toast spices carefully to avoid burning and maximize flavor. Blend only part of the soup for a creamy texture while retaining chickpea bite. Add lemon juice last to brighten flavors. Adjust thickness by adding broth or simmering longer.

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Keywords: Moroccan chickpea soup, hearty soup, warm spices, cumin, cinnamon, smoked paprika, easy soup recipe, vegan soup, gluten-free soup

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