Description
Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup is a vibrant, comforting dish that delivers a burst of flavor in every spoonful. This nourishing vegetarian soup features hearty chickpeas, orzo pasta, and fresh vegetables all enveloped in a tangy lemon broth, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. In just over 30 minutes, you can create a meal that is not only quick to prepare but also filled with protein and nutritious ingredients. With its fragrant herbs and zesty lemon notes, this soup is sure to warm your soul while satisfying your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups finely chopped yellow or sweet onion
- 3/4 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 (2-inch) strips lemon peel, plus 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 quarts (8 cups) lower-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 (15.5-oz.) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3/4 cup dry orzo pasta
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 2 large whole eggs, plus 2 egg yolks
- 3 handfuls roughly chopped or shredded kale
- 2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish
Instructions
- In a large stock pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion, carrots, celery, and lemon peel for about 10 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Pour in the vegetable broth; bring to a boil. Add chickpeas, orzo, salt, pepper, and oregano. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until the orzo is al dente.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and lemon juice. Gradually stream in some hot broth while whisking to temper the eggs.
- Stir the egg mixture back into the pot along with chopped kale. Cook on low for 5 more minutes until the kale wilts.
- Remove lemon peel, stir in fresh dill, adjust seasonings as needed, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 180mg