Berkoukes Soup

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Berkoukes Soup, a comforting North African-inspired dish that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. This soul-soothing recipe features tender berkoukes pasta (a small, pearl-like pasta similar to couscous), perfectly paired with vibrant vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and an aromatic blend of cumin, coriander, and paprika. Simmered in rich vegetable broth and finished with a burst of freshness from cilantro and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this soup is both nourishing and deeply aromatic. Simple to prepare in under an hour, Berkoukes Soup is an ideal choice for cozy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for a wholesome, vegan-friendly meal that will delight your taste buds and warm your soul.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 15-ounce can, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 1 cup berkoukes pasta
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 juiced lemon

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Add the diced carrots and celery to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to deepen in color and flavor.

Step 5

Add the drained chickpeas, berkoukes pasta, and vegetable broth to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 25-30 minutes until the pasta is tender and flavors have melded together.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2982.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2395.0

Total Fat 68.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7472.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 58.9g	0%
Total Sugars 64.0g
Protein 81.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 742.8mg	0%
Iron 21.0mg	0%
Potassium 6099.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 25.1%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 61.5%