Description
A traditional Greek legume soup featuring tender chickpeas, rich olive oil, and a bright, zesty finish of fresh lemon juice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups dried chickpeas (soaked overnight)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups water
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Sauté diced onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 60 seconds.
- Stir in soaked chickpeas and cover with water.
- Simmer on low for 90-120 minutes until chickpeas are tender.
- Mash a small portion of the chickpeas against the pot wall to thicken.
- Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek