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Authentic Greek Lemon Chickpea Soup (Revithia) – Easy Weeknight Version

Close-up of a bowl of vibrant yellow greek chickpea soup, topped generously with fresh chopped parsley.
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Make this bright, zesty Greek Chickpea Soup, known as Revithia. It is a simple, one-pot meal that delivers authentic Mediterranean flavor with a strong lemon finish, perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, dried oregano, and dried rosemary to the pot. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the salt and pepper.
  4. Add the vegetable broth, rinsed chickpeas, and water to the pot. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot partially, and let the soup cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest. Taste the soup and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh chopped parsley before you serve it.

Notes

  • For a thicker soup, mash about 1/2 cup of the chickpeas against the side of the pot before adding the lemon juice.
  • If you want to add greens, stir in 2 cups of chopped kale during the last 5 minutes of simmering.
  • This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten free.
  • If you have dried chickpeas, soak 1 cup overnight and cook them until tender before starting this recipe.

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Find it online: https://cookingbyfelix.com/greek-chickpea-soup-revithia-easy-lemon-recipe/