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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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A very healthy and colorful soup from Prevention. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons olive oil |
1 celery rib, finely chopped |
1 medium carrot, chopped |
1 medium onion, chopped |
2 garlic cloves, minced |
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon |
1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric |
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 teaspoon fresh ginger |
1 pinch saffron (optional) |
2 cups vegetable broth |
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained |
1 (14 ounce) can peeled chopped tomatoes |
2 cups spinach leaves |
lemon wedge, to garnish |
Directions:
1. Heat oil on medium heat in a medium saucepan. Saute celery, carrot, onion and garlic together for 3-5 minutes. Add cinnamon, turmeric, ginger and saffron, if desired. Cook 1-2 minutes longer.
2. Add broth, chickpeas, and tomatoes (with juice). Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook partially covered, 25 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
3. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted.
4. Garnish with lemon wedges, if desired.
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