CHILLED YOGURT SOUP WITH SPINACH AND CHICKPEAS

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I don't know if you can call a cold soup comforting, but that's the word that this soup brings to my mind.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, soups and stews, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch spinach, stemmed and washed, or 12 ounces baby spinach
1 to 2 large garlic cloves (to taste)
Salt to taste
3 cups plain yogurt
1 cup cold water
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and coarsely ground
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Freshly ground pepper
Finely chopped dill or parsley for garnish
Optional: 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1/2 lemon

Steps:

  • Steam the spinach until just wilted, about two minutes. Rinse with cold water, squeeze out excess water and chop. Set aside.
  • In a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic and a generous pinch of salt; mash to a paste. Stir into the yogurt. Add the water, and stir together. Add the cumin seeds, and stir in the spinach and chickpeas. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Chill several hours. If desired, add the lemon juice. Garnish each serving with chopped fresh dill or parsley and an optional drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 290, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 17 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1036 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams

Kevin Osaile
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This soup is a must-try for yogurt lovers. It's creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor.


Siebe
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I'm always looking for new yogurt soup recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's unique, flavorful, and easy to make.


Vincent Jegeju
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, healthy, and delicious.


Md Rubel islam
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I was skeptical about the combination of yogurt and spinach, but it actually worked really well. The soup was creamy and flavorful.


Anthony Rowntree
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Yum! I love the tangy flavor of the yogurt and the crispy chickpeas.


Umaima Mohammad Asif
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover spinach and chickpeas. It's also a healthy and filling meal.


Diann Rodriguez
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Great recipe! I made it as a side dish for a grilled chicken dinner, and it was a hit.


fatima ezat
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I'm not usually a fan of yogurt soup, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors are well-balanced, and the texture is creamy and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again.


Khawer Khan
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Easy to make and packed with flavor. I added a bit of extra garlic and cumin, and it turned out perfect.


Ishfaq Baloch
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This yogurt soup was a delightful surprise! The combination of spinach, chickpeas, and yogurt created a smooth, tangy, and refreshing dish.