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Organic Kale, Carrot and Chickpea Soup

4/22/2013

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Kale, Carrot and Chickpea Soup Recipe
For some reason I found myself making soup at 11:00 o'clock last night.  I'm sure that isn't the ideal soup-making time, but it turned out nicely regardless. 

This soup is full of nutrient and fiber-rich vegetables and the chickpeas give it some added protein. Enjoy for a healthy, natural lunch or a hearty, warming supper. 

Of course you can make this using conventional vegetables rather than organic as well. :)

Ingredients:

  • 1 tbsp raw organic coconut oil 
  • 1 small/medium white onion, chopped
  • 1/4 organic garlic clove, minced
  • Pink Himalyan Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
  • 32 oz. chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 1/2 cups distilled or filtered water
  • 7-9 organic carrots, chopped
  • 1 small tomato, chopped (optional)
  • 2 cans organic chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 overflowing handfuls of organic kale (not a standard measurement, I know)

Directions:
  • Combine coconut oil, chopped onion and garlic in a pot on medium/high heat. Add salt and pepper.
  • Saute onions and garlic until soft and they begin to slightly brown.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Add chicken stock and water. Stir.
  • Return pot to medium/high burner.
  • Add carrots, tomatoes and chickpeas. You can also add salt and pepper at this stage as well.
  • Bring to boil.
  • Simmer on medium heat until carrots soften.
  • Add kale and allow to simmer for about 5 minutes.  The kale should be cooked but remain a rich, vibrant green. 

This recipe should make enough soup for at least 4-6 generous bowls.  

You could also use olive oil or butter or ghee in place of the coconut oil.  It does add a slight coconut-y flavor... but the benefits of the coconut oil as a medium chain triglyceride are worth it.  

Easy peeezy.  :) My mother always told me you really can't mess up soup.  I've come close before, but this time I was on my A-game (even at 11:00 pm!). 


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