Zesty chickpea and lentil soup
This chickpea and lentil soup is full of flavours and aromas. It’s easy to make, hearty and healthy – so perfect for lunch or simple supper. Serve it with toasted pita or flatbread.
Ingredients
Method
- Peel and finely chop the onion.
- Heat the oil in a heavy-based saucepan. Sauté the onion, then add the garlic and ginger. Stir for a minute, then add the spices.
- Stir through, then add the chopped tomatoes and stock.
- Bring to simmer, then add half of the lemon zest.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, then add the drained chickpeas and lentils. Cook for another 10 minutes.
- Finely chop the herbs, add to the soup with the other half of the lemon zest. Squeeze the lemon juice into it.