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Greek Chickpea Soup with Lemon (Revithia) Recipe

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Greek Chickpea Soup with Lemon, also known as Revithia, is a comforting and hearty Mediterranean dish packed with tender chickpeas, aromatic herbs, and a bright touch of fresh lemon juice. This traditional soup is simple to prepare, nourishing, and perfect served with crusty bread for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup olive oil + extra 2 tablespoons, divided
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 celery sticks, diced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 1 sprig rosemary, needles only, minced
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 x 400 g (14 oz) chickpea cans, drained and rinsed (or 450 g / 1 lb dry chickpeas, soaked and cooked)
  • 750 ml (3 cups) vegetable stock
  • 2 lemons, juice of
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, optional

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onion and Garlic: Heat 1/2 cup olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 1-2 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds or until fragrant.
  2. Add Vegetables and Herbs: Stir in the diced carrot and celery along with the dried oregano, minced rosemary needles, and bay leaf. Mix everything well to combine the flavors.
  3. Add Chickpeas and Stock: Pour in the drained chickpeas and the vegetable stock. Stir thoroughly and bring the soup to a simmer.
  4. Simmer the Soup: Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid. Let the soup cook for 25-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
  5. Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat and stir in the extra 2 tablespoons of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and chopped parsley if using. Season the soup to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

Notes

  • For dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and cook separately before adding to the soup.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon juice to your taste preference for acidity.
  • Add crusty bread to serve for a more filling meal.
  • Chickpea cans should be rinsed to reduce sodium content.
  • Shrimp or smoked paprika can be added for variation if not keeping it vegetarian.

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