Chickpea and Lentil Soup
Servings Prep. Time Cooking Time Calories % from Fat Fat Sodium Carbohydrates Protein Cholesterol
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INGREDIENTS:
3 to 4 stalks celery, peeled and finely chopped 1 to 2 onions, finely chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups lentils 3-1/2 quarts water 2 cups cooked and drained chickpeas
3/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/4 teaspoon salt dash of pepper
4 ripe tomatoes, chopped 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice



1 In a large pot, saute celery and onions in oil about 5 minutes. Add lentils and water.
2 Cover and cook over medium heat for 35 to 40 minutes.
3 Add chickpeas, cilantro, ginger, cinnamon, turmeric, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15 minutes more. Add tomatoes and lemon juice and cook for another 15 minutes.

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