Spinach and Chickpea Soup
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4 cups fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 3/4 cup multigrain orzo
- 1 cup (15 oz) no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 tsp chopped fresh basil
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 1 package (6 oz package each) fresh baby spinach
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Preparation
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add garlic and onion and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes, or until onion is softened. Add chicken broth and water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium and add orzo, lemon zest and chickpeas. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, or until orzo is al dente.
- Stir in basil, lemon juice, pepper, salt and spinach. Cook until spinach is wilted.
- Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size:
Per Serving:
Calories: 259
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 6mg
Sodium: 333mg
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 7g
Protein: 13g
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