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LEMON CHICKPEA ORZO SOUP

Prep time: 5 min

Cook time: 15 min

Serve count: 6

Ingredients

ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 medium onion, diced 2 large carrots, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 teaspoons oregano 1 teaspoon thyme 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 7 cups vegetable broth or water 1 cup whole wheat orzo 2 fifteen ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed 2 Sunkist® lemons, freshly squeezed 2 large handfuls fresh baby spinach

Method

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil on medium heat.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add onions and carrots, sauté until onions are translucent; about 5 – 7 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic, oregano, thyme, salt and pepper. Sauté for 1 minute.
  4. Add the chickpeas, broth and water.
  5. For added creaminess, scoop out two cups of the soup making sure to include some chickpeas. Add to a blender and blend until smooth. Add the blended soup back into the pot.
  6. Bring the soup to a boil. Add the orzo and reduce heat to medium-low. Cook at a low boil for 8-10 minutes, or until orzo is tender.
  7. Remove from heat and add lemon juice and spinach. Stir until the greens wilt.
  8. Add salt and pepper to taste. Optional: serve with tahini.