Vegetarian Moroccan Chickpea and Lentil Harira Soup Recipe
A Harira soup is a traditional Moroccan soup made with lamb or beef stewing meat and legumes. This is my vegetarian version. This soup is great made a few days in advance!
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced small
- 1 tsp cumin
- ¾ tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp harissa paste or ¼ tsp cayenne
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- ¼ lb/150 g green beans, trimmed and cut into
- thirds
- 1 small can (14 oz/411 g) diced tomatoes
- 8 cups chicken or vegetable stock, or a
- combination with water
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¾ cup dried green, brown or French lentils,
- rinsed
- 75 g or about ¼ box pasta, either vermicelli or
- another small pasta
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Handful of fresh Italian parsley, chopped
Instructions
- 1
Heat a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add oil, then add onion and cook until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add cumin, coriander, harissa or cayenne, garlic, carrots, celery and green beans. Cook for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes.
- 4
Add stock, chickpeas and lentils. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and cook without a lid for 30-40 minutes.
- 5
Add pasta, cook for 10 minutes.
- 6
Serve garnished with parsley. Serves 6-8.
Tips & Storage
- How to Store
- Soup stores beautifully! Keep in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container. The flavors often improve overnight.
- Can I Freeze This?
- Most soups freeze wonderfully for up to 3 months. Cool completely, then store in freezer-safe containers leaving room for expansion. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
- Make Ahead Tip
- This soup is perfect for meal prep. Make a big batch on Sunday and enjoy it throughout the week. Simply reheat on the stovetop over medium heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make Vegetarian Moroccan Chickpea and Lentil Harira Soup?
This Vegetarian Moroccan Chickpea and Lentil Harira Soup recipe by Carolyn Cohen includes step-by-step instructions that are easy to follow. You'll need 20 ingredients and the recipe is designed for home cooks of all skill levels.
Can I freeze this vegetarian moroccan chickpea and lentil harira soup?
Absolutely. This soup freezes beautifully for up to 3 months. Cool completely and store in freezer-safe containers. The flavors often taste even better the next day.