Watercress TomatoChickpea Soup
This vibrant and flavorful tomato and chickpea soup is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for any meal. The combination of chickpeas, tomatoes, and aromatic spices create a satisfying and delicious soup that will warm you up from the inside out. Garnished with a squeeze of lemon juice and fresh watercress, this soup is as visually appealing as it is tasty. Grab a bowl and enjoy the cozy goodness!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1/2-1tsp crushed flaked chilli
- 2 (397g) cans chopped tomatoes
- 1 (400g) can chick peas, drained then a few reserved for garnish
- 750ml/11/4pt vegetable stock
- 2 tbsp tomato puree
- 1 (100g) bag watercress
- a squeeze of lemon juice
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Heat the oil in a large pan, add the onion and saute for 4 mins until soft. Stir in the garlic and chilli and cook for 30 seconds.
- 2. Add the tomatoes, chick peas, stock and puree, stir well and bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 10 mins.
- 3. Transfer to food processor, add the watercress, then blend until just smooth. Return to the pan, add the lemon juice, then season to taste. Gently reheat then serve in bowls. Decorate with the reserved chick peas and more watercress if liked.
Yield
Serves 4
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