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Quick Brothy Soppa tal-Armla with Chickpeas

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Quick Brothy Soppa tal-Armla with Chickpeas

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Prep: 15 min • Cook: 25 min. A lighter, quicker take on the classic Maltese Widow's Soup, this version utilizes convenient canned chickpeas and a robust vegetable broth. It's a bright and satisfying meal, perfect for a busy weeknight, offering comfort without the long simmer. Fresh spinach and a hint of garlic ensure a vibrant flavor profile.

Preparation time
15 min
Cooking time
25 min
Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Course
Soup
Complexity
Easy
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Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pc onion(medium, chopped)
  • 3 pcs garlic(cloves, minced)
  • 2 pcs carrots(medium, diced)
  • 2 pcs celery stalks(diced)
  • 6 cup vegetable broth
  • 14 1/2oz canned diced tomatoes(undiained)
  • 15oz chickpeas(canned, rinsed and drained)
  • 1/2 cup small pasta(e.g., ditalini or risoni)
  • 5oz spinach(fresh, roughly chopped)
  • salt(to taste)
  • black pepper(to taste)
  • parmesan cheese(for serving (optional))
  • 4 pcs egg(boiled, for serving (optional))

Instructions

Preparation

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Cooking the Soup

  1. Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes. Bring to a simmer.
  2. Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  3. Stir in the small pasta and cook according to package directions, usually 7-10 minutes, until al dente.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts, about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. Ladle the hot soup into bowls.
  2. Serve immediately, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and a quartered boiled egg, if desired.

Nutrition

Servings
4
Serving size (imperial)
11.8 fl oz
NutrientPer servingPer 100 mlTotal (4 servings)
Calories320.5 kcal91.6 kcal1,282 kcal
Protein12.7 g3.6 g50.8 g
Fat8.9 g2.5 g35.6 g
Carbs45.2 g12.9 g180.8 g

Tips

  • Prep all your vegetables (chop onion, dice carrots and celery) before you start cooking for a smooth
  • Don't overcook the pasta; it should be al dente for the best texture in the soup.
  • For an authentic touch, serve with a drizzle of good quality olive oil or a slice of crusty bread.

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