EASY SPINACH CHICKPEA SOUP

While we whip up this warm and healthy soup we sing: “I’m Popeye the sailor man; I’m strong to the finach ‘cause I eats me spinach…” Popeye knew what he was doing. Spinach is not only a great source of vitamin K, A and C but also provides your body with iron to give you energy. It is one of the healthiest vegetables and is known as a super-food antioxidant!  Our spinach and chickpea soup packs not only spinach but chickpeas as well. Because chickpeas are a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, they are known for offering a vast amount of health benefits such as weight management, improved digestion, and a reduced risk for disease. Chickpeas have been a key ingredient in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines and date back 9,500 years as a diet staple. Get your dose of spinach today and enjoy!

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 Tbsp Joy’s Gourmet EVOO
• 1 Tbsp Joy’s Gourmet Original Garlic Spread
• ½ cup scallions, chopped
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 Tbsp dried parsley
• 32 oz vegetable broth
• 1 can chickpeas (or soak dried chickpeas overnight, rinse, and drain)
• 4 cups packed fresh spinach, chopped
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1/2 red pepper, grated (optional)

(Boiled eggs Optional)

DIRECTIONS:                 

1.       In a large pot over medium heat, heat EVOO.

2.     Add scallions, parsley, and garlic spread, and sauté for 2 minutes.

3.     Add broth and bring to a boil.

4.     Add chickpeas and cumin, reduce heat to a simmer, cook for 10 minutes stirring occasionally.

5.     Add spinach, stir gently, and simmer 3-4 more minutes.

6.     If you like red pepper, add it in when you add the chickpeas (optional).

7.     Season with salt and pepper.

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