African Chickpea and Spinach Soup

By carinem25

Ingredients

• 2 t. olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/4 c. smooth natural peanut butter
• 2 c. veg broth, divided
• 1 t. paprika
• 1 t. ground coriander
• 1/4 t. cayenne
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 2 oz. spinach, chopped (2 cups)

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large pot over medium. Add onion, and saute 5 min, until soft and golden. Add garlic, and cook 2-3 minutes more, or until garlic is lightly browned.

Blend peanut butter and 1/2 c. broth in food processor to make smooth paste. Blend remaining broth into mixture.

Add paprika, coriander, and cayenne to onion mixture, and saute 1 minute, or until fragrant. Stir in peanut butter mixture, chickpeas and tomatoes. Simmer 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, and stir in spinach just before serving.