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Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup

Delicious Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup: Quick & Comforting Treat

Delight in this Lemony Greek Chickpea Soup, a quick, protein-packed dish filled with vibrant flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with any neutral oil.
  • 1 medium Yellow or Sweet Onion Shallots or white onions work as substitutes.
  • 2 medium Carrots Parsnips can be an alternative.
  • 2 stalks Celery Can be replaced with fennel or omitted.
  • 1 strip Lemon Peel Use fresh peel from unsprayed lemons for best taste.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Lemon Juice Increase for extra zing.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used in a crunch.
  • 6 cups Lower-Sodium Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used for non-vegetarian version.
For the Heart of the Soup
  • 1 can Chickpeas (Canned) Drained and rinsed; essential for authenticity.
  • 1 cup Dry Orzo Pasta Can swap with any small pasta or quinoa.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Italian seasoning works as a great substitute.
For Creaminess and Nutrition
  • 2 whole Eggs For creamy texture; can omit for vegan version.
  • 2 large Egg Yolks To enhance creaminess.
  • 2 cups Kale Can use spinach or Swiss chard as substitutes.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Dill Can substitute with parsley or omit.

Equipment

  • large stock pot
  • bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Sauté the aromatics by heating 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil. Add 1 finely chopped yellow onion, 2 chopped carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks with 1 lemon peel. Sauté for about 10 minutes until softened.
  2. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in 6 cups of vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
  3. Once boiling, add 1 can of drained chickpeas, 1 cup of orzo, 1 teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of oregano. Simmer for about 10 minutes until orzo is al dente.
  4. Reserve ¾ cup of hot broth and whisk with 2 whole eggs, 2 egg yolks, and ¼ cup lemon juice. Slowly drizzle the hot broth into the eggs while whisking to temper.
  5. Pour the tempered egg mixture back into the soup pot while stirring gently.
  6. Add 2 cups of chopped kale and simmer for another 5 minutes. Remove lemon peel.
  7. Stir in ¼ cup of fresh dill and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve in bowls garnished with dill and pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with the ingredients to personalize your soup. Adjust seasonings to taste.

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