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Easy Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup for Quick Dinner

Close-up of a white bowl filled with vibrant yellow chickpea soup, featuring carrots, orzo pasta, and fresh parsley garnish.
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Make this easy Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup for a healthy, protein-packed meal. It is a perfect one pot soup for weeknight dinners and simple meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 carrots, chopped
  • 3 celery stalks, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup uncooked orzo pasta
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), and the rinsed chickpeas. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Stir in the orzo pasta. Reduce the heat to maintain a simmer and cook according to the orzo package directions, usually about 8 to 10 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
  5. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest.
  6. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to your taste.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish each serving with fresh chopped parsley before you serve it.

Notes

  • This soup is excellent for meal prep; it keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For a richer flavor, you can roast the garlic before adding it to the soup base.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mash about 1/2 cup of the chickpeas against the side of the pot before adding the broth.

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