African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas

Like all beans, chickpeas are a super food because of their substantial nutritional content (protein, B vitamins, iron, folate, potassium, magnesium and phytonutrients) and their health benefits.

Chickpeas have been associated with a number of possible health benefits for medical conditions:

Bone health—The iron, phosphate, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc and vitamin K content present in chickpeas all contribute to building and maintaining bone structure and strength.
Heart health—The high fiber, potassium, vitamin C and vitamin B-6 content and significant amounts of fiber, helps lower the total amount of cholesterol in the blood, thereby decreasing the risk of heart disease.
Cancer—Selenium is a mineral that is not present in most fruits and vegetables, but can be found in chickpeas. It plays a role in liver enzyme function, and helps detoxify some cancer-causing compounds in the body. Additionally, selenium prevents inflammation and also decreases tumor growth rates.

Medical News Today

Selenium is a mineral that is not present in most fruits and vegetables, but can be found in chickpeas. It plays a role in liver enzyme function, and helps detoxify some cancer-causing compounds in the body. …

 

 

African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas
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African Coconut Soup with Chickpeas
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  1. In a medium pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper, and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, 1 - 2 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes, curry powder, tumeric, salt, and black pepper; bring to a boil over high heat. Immediately reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  3. Mix in coconut milk and add spinach, , cover and cook until spinach is wilted , stirring occasionally, about 5 – 8 minutes.
  4. Serve over cooked brown rice or quinoa. Sprinkle chopped parsley on top
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