{"id":"recipe_b6a58fb545","slug":"revithosoupa-greek-chickpea-soup","title":"Revithosoupa (Greek Chickpea Soup)","description":"A traditional, velvety Mediterranean soup made with chickpeas, extra virgin olive oil, and a generous squeeze of fresh lemon. Simple, hearty, and naturally vegan.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":75,"totalMinutes":90,"activeMinutes":20},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"500g dried chickpeas","name":"Chickpeas","quantity":500,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.1,"usUnit":"lb","form":"dried","notes":"soaked overnight","group":"main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped","name":"Yellow Onion","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"finely chopped","notes":"yellow","group":"main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"120ml extra virgin olive oil","name":"Olive Oil","quantity":120,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":"1/2","usUnit":"cup","form":"extra virgin","notes":"","group":"main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"2 fresh lemons, juiced","name":"Lemon","quantity":2,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":2,"usUnit":"piece","form":"juiced","notes":"adjust to taste","group":"main","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"1 tsp baking soda","name":"Baking Soda","quantity":5,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tsp","form":"powder","notes":"for soaking","group":"prep","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"Salt to taste","name":"Salt","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"fine","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"Freshly ground black pepper","name":"Black Pepper","quantity":1,"unit":"pinch","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"pinch","form":"ground","notes":"to taste","group":"seasoning","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"2 liters water","name":"Water","quantity":2,"unit":"l","usQuantity":2.1,"usUnit":"qt","form":"liquid","notes":"","group":"main","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Place the dried chickpeas in a large bowl, add the baking soda, and cover with plenty of water. Let them soak for at least 12 hours or overnight.","group":"Preparation","title":"Place the dried chickpeas","timerMinutes":720,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water to remove the baking soda.","group":"Preparation","title":"Drain the chickpeas","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"In a large pot, add the chickpeas and 2 liters (2.1 qt) of water. Bring to a boil at 100°C (212°F). Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chickpeas and 2 liters of water","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Add the chopped onions and half of the olive oil. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 60-70 minutes, or until the chickpeas are very tender.","group":"Cooking","title":"Add the chopped onions and half of the olive oil","timerMinutes":65,"sourceTitle":"Cooking"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"Pour in the remaining olive oil and the lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir well and simmer for another 5-10 minutes until the broth thickens and turns creamy.","group":"Finishing","title":"Pour in the remaining olive oil and the lemon juice","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best texture, soak the chickpeas for at least 12 hours with a pinch of baking soda. This traditional Greek method ensures they become creamy without falling apart. The oil and lemon emulsify with the cooking water to create a thick, 'lathero' broth.","cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["soup"],"cookingMethod":["simmer","boil"],"equipment":["large bowl","large pot","colander","wooden spoon"],"diet":["vegan","vegetarian","mediterranean","high_protein","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"allergens":[],"difficulty":"medium","yield":{"amount":4,"unit":"bowl","note":"A generous serving size"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.","reheatingNotes":"Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of water if the soup has thickened too much in the fridge."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_b6a58fb545%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=38601032-4ee5-4f41-a5e8-753fe4da2a3b","imageAlt":"Revithosoupa (Greek Chickpea Soup) — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["chickpeas","greek","lemon","creamy","vegan","healthy","traditional"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Revithosoupa (Greek Chickpea Soup)","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T02:22:45.276Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T02:22:45.276Z","related":[{"id":"tarhana_corbas_81bc64623a","slug":"tarhana-soup-tarhana-corbas","title":"Tarhana Soup (Tarhana Çorbası)","description":"A traditional, nutrient-dense Turkish soup made from fermented and dried tarhana powder, simmered with garlic, tomato paste, and aromatic dried mint.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":15},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Turkish"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","high_protein","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Ftarhana_corbas_81bc64623a%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=b0ff29b3-56e3-4901-a7f1-2e1ed2d57f6c","imageAlt":"Tarhana Soup (Tarhana Çorbası) — recipe cover","tags":["soup","turkish","fermented","probiotic","mediterranean","healthy","comfort food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":9,"stepCount":7},{"id":"recipe_164c4cf980","slug":"trahanas-soup-trachanosoupa","title":"Trahanas Soup (Trachanósoupa)","description":"A comforting, traditional Greek soup made with trahanas, a unique fermented grain product. This soup is creamy, tangy, and perfect for cold nights.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":20,"totalMinutes":25,"activeMinutes":5},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegetarian","mediterranean"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_164c4cf980%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=2d6ac418-9d46-43af-8c90-1902513a5d57","imageAlt":"Trahanas Soup (Trachanósoupa) — recipe cover","tags":["soup","greek","comfort food","trahanas","mediterranean","traditional"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":6,"stepCount":5},{"id":"recipe_41d1f7440b","slug":"avgolemono-greek-lemon-egg-soup","title":"Avgolemono (Greek Lemon-Egg Soup)","description":"A silky, creamy, and bright Mediterranean classic. This comforting soup uses a traditional egg-lemon emulsion to create a rich texture without any dairy, perfectly balancing savory chicken broth with zesty citrus.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":15,"cookMinutes":30,"totalMinutes":45,"activeMinutes":20},"cuisine":{"group":"Mediterranean","specific":["Greek"]},"course":["soup"],"difficulty":"medium","diet":["mediterranean","high_protein"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_41d1f7440b%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=5b867420-205a-43c6-a3bf-713b9092bc20","imageAlt":"Avgolemono (Greek Lemon-Egg Soup) — recipe cover","tags":["greek","lemon","soup","creamy","healthy","comfort food"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":7,"stepCount":6}]}