How To Make Moroccan Tomato & Chickpea Soup with Couscous
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup couscous
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until softened and slightly browned.
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Add the ground cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir well to coat the onions and garlic with the spices.
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Pour in the diced tomatoes and chickpeas. Stir in the vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
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While the soup simmers, prepare the couscous according to package instructions.
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Once the soup is ready, season with salt and pepper to taste.
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To serve, place a scoop of cooked couscous into each serving bowl. Ladle the hot soup over the couscous. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
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Enjoy hot!
Nutrition
- Calories : 262kcal
- Total Fat : 9g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 819mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 38g
- Dietary Fiber : 9g
- Sugar : 7g
- Protein : 10g
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