Lemony Cowpea Soup
This Lemony Cowpea Soup is a flavorful and nutritious dish that is perfect for a light meal. It is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with protein from the cowpeas. The lemon adds a tangy and refreshing flavor, while the herbs and spices make it aromatic and flavorful. This soup is a great option for those who are looking for a low-calorie, nutrient-dense meal.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
140 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
21 g
Fat
3 g
Fiber
5 g
Ingredients
Chopped Carrot
0.5 cup (80g)
Cowpea, white
0.5 cup (100g)
Chopped Onion
1 small cup (100g)
Clove Garlic, Chopped
1 tsp (5g)
Olive Oil
2 tsp (10g)
Plain Water
4 medium cup (1000g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Black Pepper
0.5 tsp (1g)
Celery Stalk (chopped)
0.25 cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 cup (80g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tbsp (5g)
Cumin seeds
1 tsp (5g)
Coriander Powder
1 tsp (2g)
Turmeric powder
1 tsp (5g)
lemon juice
2 tbsp (30g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the cowpeas and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions turn translucent.
Add chopped vegetables (carrot, celery, tomato) and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until they soften.
Add coriander powder, turmeric powder, black pepper, and salt. Stir well.
Drain the water from the cowpeas and add them to the pot. Stir well.
Add 4 cups of water and bring the soup to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 30-40 minutes, until the cowpeas are cooked and the soup thickens.
Add lemon juice and stir well.
Garnish with chopped cilantro leaves and serve hot.
Community Reviews & Results
Mukesh Kumar Verma
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. The ingredient ratio is spot on, giving it a rich and authentic taste. Will be making this again very soon."
Aman Nath Rao
"Tried this earlier today, and the step-by-step instructions made cooking completely seamless. The texture was amazingly soft, aromatic, and very satisfying. Giving this five stars for ease of prep and fantastic taste!"
Vishal Lata Sinha
"Cooked this 3 days ago, and Lemony Cowpea Soup fits my dietary needs perfectly without feeling like compromise food. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will be making this again very soon."
Juhi Kaur Reddy
"Prepped this during a busy workday, and it was light on digestion while being super quick to cook. It has just the right amount of seasoning to keep things light yet tasty. Will definitely keep this in my regular rotation."