Turmeric Chickpea Soup with Spinach and Lemon

Embrace the warmth of this golden-hued soup that combines the earthiness of turmeric-spiced chickpeas with vibrant spinach and a hint of citrusy freshness from lemon.

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

• 1 teaspoon ground cumin

• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Olive oil for sautéing

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until softened.

2. Add ground turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, stirring for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

3. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.

4. Add chickpeas to the pot and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

5. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted.

6. Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Serve hot and enjoy the heartiness and warmth of this flavorful turmeric chickpea soup.

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Ingredients:

Cookies:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled

• 1/2 cup coconut flour

• 1/4 cup maple syrup

• 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Raspberry Chia Jam:

• 1 cup raspberries (fresh or frozen)

• 2 tablespoons chia seeds

• 2 tablespoons maple syrup

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).

2. In a bowl, combine cooked quinoa, coconut flour, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

3. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.

4. Make a thumbprint indentation in the center of each cookie.

5. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.

6. While the cookies are baking, prepare the raspberry chia jam by combining raspberries, chia seeds, and maple syrup in a saucepan. Cook until it thickens.

7. Once the cookies are cooled, fill the thumbprint indentations with the raspberry chia jam.

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