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Lemon Tahini Vegetable Soup

Lemon Tahini Vegetable Soup: Comfort in Every Creamy Bite

Enjoy the nourishing Lemon Tahini Vegetable Soup—a creamy and zesty vegan delight filled with fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use extra virgin for a more robust taste.
  • 1 Onion Chopped, preferably yellow or white.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced for even distribution.
  • 2 cups Carrots Chopped evenly for cooking.
  • 2 cups Celery Chopped.
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth Choose low-sodium.
For the Creaminess
  • ½ cup Tahini Rich in flavor.
  • 2 Fresh Lemon Juice Squeeze fresh just before serving.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin For earthy warmth.
For Seasoning
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Drain and rinse before use.
  • ¼ cup Fresh Herbs Parsley or cilantro for garnish.
  • Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste for heat.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic; sauté for about 4 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  3. Incorporate chopped carrots and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  5. Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, ground cumin, and seasoning until smooth in a mixing bowl.
  6. Once the vegetables are softened, stir in the tahini mixture until well incorporated.
  7. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste. Customize with seasonal vegetables as desired.

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