Golden Chickpea Turmeric (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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4 cups of chicken or veggie broth
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5 oz of fresh spinach (around 4 tightly packed cups)
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2 tablespoons of high-quality olive oil
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3 cups of cooked chickpeas (or 2 cans - 15 oz each, rinsed and drained)
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1 diced medium onion
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2 finely minced garlic cloves
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1/2 cup of whole wheat orzo or another small pasta or grain
→ Spices and Fresh Additions
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A tablespoon of turmeric for a golden touch
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A teaspoon of ground cumin
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Chopped fresh cilantro and/or parsley (about 1/4 cup)
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Juice from 1 lemon (roughly 2 tablespoons)
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Black pepper and kosher salt to your personal liking
→ Extras for Serving
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A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil
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Some red pepper flakes for spice
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Lemon wedges on the side
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A dollop of plain Greek yogurt
# Instructions:
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Heat a large pot on medium, pour in that olive oil, and toss in the chopped onion. Stir it often for about 5 minutes until it softens and colors up.
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Add the garlic, chickpeas, cumin, turmeric, and a hearty pinch of pepper and salt. Keep it moving as you cook for another 5 minutes, letting the chickpeas crisp slightly and the spices pop.
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Grab a fork or potato masher and crush some of the cooked chickpeas right in the pot. Don't smash everything—leave some whole so the soup has different textures.
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Pour in the broth—start with a little to loosen any stuck bits from the pot. Bring it to a boil, stir in the orzo, then lower the heat. Cover the pot and let it cook gently for 15 minutes, checking until the pasta is soft.
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Mix in your spinach and herbs until they wilt from the soup's heat. Squeeze in the lemon juice right at the end, give it a taste, and season if needed.
# Notes:
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This bright and hearty soup highlights turmeric's rich taste and combines chickpeas, greens, and grains into a warming, cozy dish.
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Switch things up—use another grain instead of orzo (like rice for gluten-free) or stir in coconut milk for a creamy boost!