North African Vegetable Soup With Chickpeas Recipe

Name: North African Vegetable Soup With Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 quarts water; 2 cups cooked chickpeas; 1 cinnamon stick; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 6 garlic cloves, thickly sliced; 1/2 teaspoon chili pepper flakes; 1 cup coarsely chopped onion; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped carrot; 2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped unpeeled sweet potatoes; 2 cups bite-size cauliflower florets; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 3 cups coarsley chopped mustard greens; 2 tablespoons dried basil; 1 teaspoon sea salt

Servings: persons

2 quarts water
2 cups cooked chickpeas
1 cinnamon stick
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
6 garlic cloves, thickly sliced
1/2 teaspoon chili pepper flakes
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
1/2 cup coarsely chopped carrot
2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped unpeeled sweet potatoes
2 cups bite-size cauliflower florets
1 teaspoon turmeric
3 cups coarsley chopped mustard greens
2 tablespoons dried basil
1 teaspoon sea salt

1
Bring water, chickpeas, and cinnamon stick to boil in a 6-quart stockpot. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until cinnamon stick uncurls.
2
While chickpeas simmer, heat oil in medium skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, chili, onions, and carrots. Saute, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes, or until onions begin to soften.
3
When the cinnamon stick uncurls, transfer sauteed vegetables to the stockpot along with sweet potatoes, cauliflower, and turmeric. Simmer covered for 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes and cauliflower are tender.
4
Add the mustard greens and continue to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes or until bright green. Stir in the basil and salt. Adjust the seasonings if desired.
5
Ladle hot soup into bowls and serve.

802

kcal

Calories

Fat

153

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 quarts water, 2 cups cooked chickpeas, 1 cinnamon stick, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, North African Vegetable Soup With 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!

North African Vegetable Soup With Chickpeas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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