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Greek Healing Soup

Freshly prepared Greek Healing Soup with herbs

A comforting and nutritious Greek Healing Soup packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and tender chickpeas to nourish your body and soul.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add carrots, celery, and zucchini; cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  3. Stir in chickpeas, vegetable broth, water, oregano, thyme, and cinnamon. Bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, until vegetables are tender.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in lemon juice and fresh parsley.
  6. Serve hot, topped with crumbled feta cheese if desired.

Notes

For an extra boost of protein, add cooked shredded chicken or serve with warm whole-grain bread on the side.