Lablabi Tunisian Chickpea Soup

Warm your soul with Lablabi, a traditional Tunisian chickpea soup that’s as hearty as it is flavorful. This comforting dish combines tender, slow-simmered chickpeas, garlic, and bold spices like cumin and harissa to create a rich, aromatic broth. Served over cubes of day-old crusty bread, this rustic recipe is elevated with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and optional toppings like soft-boiled eggs and capers for a customizable finishing touch. Perfect for a cozy meal, Lablabi is not only a celebration of North African cuisine but also a protein-packed, Mediterranean-inspired option for healthy eating. Garnished with parsley, it’s a burst of fresh, vibrant flavors in every spoonful. Whether you’re a fan of global recipes or just looking for something warm and filling, Lablabi is sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried chickpeas
• 6 cups water
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons harissa
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cups crusty bread (day-old preferred)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon capers (optional)
• 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried chickpeas and soak them in water overnight (8-12 hours). Drain them before cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, combine the soaked chickpeas with 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer.

Step 3

Add the peeled garlic cloves to the pot and cook the chickpeas until they are tender, approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. Skim any foam that rises to the surface.

Step 4

Add the ground cumin, harissa, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 5

While the soup is cooking, prepare the bread. Cut the day-old crusty bread into bite-sized cubes and divide them among serving bowls.

Step 6

Ladle the hot soup over the bread cubes in each bowl, ensuring both chickpeas and broth are evenly distributed.

Step 7

Drizzle each bowl with olive oil and lemon juice for a bright and fragrant finish.

Step 8

If desired, top each serving with capers, a soft-boiled egg (halved), and a sprinkle of chopped fresh parsley.

Step 9

Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the comforting, flavorful Lablabi!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2330.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2479.4

Total Fat 73.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 5682.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 371.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.6g
Protein 93.9g	0%

Vitamin D 88IU	0%
Calcium 585.5mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 2721.1mg	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: 26.1%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 59.0%