Chilled Yogurt Soup With Spinach and Chickpeas

Name: Chilled Yogurt Soup With Spinach and Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch spinach, stemmed and washed, or 12 ounces baby spinach; 1 to 2 large garlic cloves (to taste); Salt to taste; 3 cups plain yogurt; 1 cup cold water; 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and coarsely ground; 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; Freshly ground pepper; Finely chopped dill or parsley for garnish; Optional: 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Juice of 1/2 lemon

Servings: persons

1 bunch spinach, stemmed and washed, or 12 ounces baby spinach
1 to 2 large garlic cloves (to taste)
Salt to taste
3 cups plain yogurt
1 cup cold water
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and coarsely ground
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Freshly ground pepper
Finely chopped dill or parsley for garnish
Optional: 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon

1
Steam the spinach until just wilted, about two minutes.
2
Rinse with cold water, squeeze out excess water and chop.
3
Set aside.
4
In a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic and a generous pinch of salt; mash to a paste.
5
Stir into the yogurt.
6
Add the water, and stir together.
7
Add the cumin seeds, and stir in the spinach and chickpeas.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Chill several hours.
10
If desired, add the lemon juice.
11
Garnish each serving with chopped fresh dill or parsley and an optional drizzle of olive oil.

318

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch spinach, stemmed and washed, or 12 ounces baby spinach, 1 to 2 large garlic cloves (to taste), Salt to taste, 3 cups plain yogurt, and more.

Yes, Chilled Yogurt Soup With Spinach and Chickpeas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!