Chickpea, Kale, and Butternut Soup

Serves: 4

Total time: 20 minutes

Active time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped

• 1 stalk celery, chopped

• 1 carrot, chopped

• 4 cloves garlic, chopped

• 3 cups butternut squash, peeled and cup into ½ inch cubes

• 6 cups vegetable stock

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 2 cups kale, chopped

• Juice of 1 lemon

• Sea salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a pot over medium heat.

2. Add the onion, celery, and carrot, cooking for 7-8 minutes, or until the onion begins to soften.

3. Add the garlic and butternut squash, cooking for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until fragrant.

4. Add the vegetable stock and chickpeas. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.

5. Remove from heat and add kale, stirring until wilted.

6. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

7. Enjoy!