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    Gypsy Soup

    Published: Feb 27, 2023 · Modified: Mar 21, 2023 by Radwa·

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    Absolutely delicious and filling Gypsy Soup recipe loaded with vegetables. This soup is a flavorful, vegan-friendly dish ready in less than 30 minutes. It is my go-to comfort food, especially in winter!

    Bowl full of gypsy soup.

    Gypsy Soup

    I am really Inspired by the most famous recipe for Gypsy soup outlined in the Moosewood Cookbook. However, This recipe is not an exact copy it is my version of this delicious soup.

    What I like about this soup is that it can be served as a main course when paired with a bowl of rice or an appetizer before the entrees. Also, it is an easy way for me to incorporate more vegetables into my family’s diet.

    The first thing I like to start with is to prepare all the ingredients beforehand, which makes cooking so easy and hassle-free.

    I also like to use a sturdy pot in making this soup. Some might think that tools used in the cooking process don’t matter much, but they do. A pot with a thick bottom is preferred when cooking soups to ensure your soup does not burn.

    I serve this soup as an appetizer for dinner. You can make it a full meal by pairing it with Zucchini Pancakes, Cabbage Patties, rice or bread such as nan or pita.

    Pot full of gypsy soup.

    You'll Need

    Full information on ingredients and quantities is in the recipe card at the end of the post.

    Vegetables & herbs: I use celery, green bell pepper, carrots, fresh tomatoes, onions and fresh parsley.

    Spices/Seasonings: I use sweet paprika, turmeric, ground cinnamon, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, bay leaves, salt and ground black pepper.

    These seasonings provide the dish with a delicious aroma and flavor that adds depth to the soup.

    Other Ingredients I used: I also used olive oil, canned chickpeas and vegetable stock.

    How To Make a Gypsy Soup?

    sauté onions, celery, peppers, and carrots, add in garlic and all the spices.

    One: In a large pot, Heat the olive oil and then sauté onions, celery, peppers, and carrots until softened.

    Two: Stir in salt and pepper, garlic, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper, and cook for about 1 minute.

    Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, stock and bay leaves, then stir in parsley.

    Three: Then, stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, vegetable stock, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.

    Four: Lower the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes; stir in fresh parsley and serve.

    Tip: Keep your soup at a simmer. Do not heat the soup to boiling, this will overcook the vegetables, making them soggy.

    Spoonful of gypsy soup.

    Why Is It Called Gypsy Soup?

    I have no idea why; however, I think because this soup is warm and loaded with healthy vegetables, Gypsy people used to make it all the time. Whatever the reason was, this soup is so delicious.

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    Gypsy Soup

    Absolutely delicious and filling Gypsy soup recipe loaded with vegetables. This soup is a flavorful, vegan-friendly dish ready in less than 30 minutes.
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Diet Vegan
    Freezer friendly No
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    20 minutes minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 Servings
    Calories 47kcal
    Author Radwa

    Equipment

    • Pot
    • Measuring spoons
    • Measuring cups
    • Kitchen knife
    • Chopping board

    Ingredients

    • 2 olive oil
    • 1 cup green bell peppers , diced
    • 1 cup celery , sliced
    • 2 cup carrots , diced
    • 1 cup yellow onions , diced
    • 5 cloves garlic , minced
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon sweet paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper powder
    • 1 cup tomatoes , diced
    • 1 can chickpeas , rinsed and drained
    • 5 cups vegetable stock
    • 3 bay leaves
    • ⅓ cup fresh parsley , chopped

    Instructions

    • In a large pot, Heat the olive oil and then sauté onions, celery, peppers, and carrots until softened.
    • Stir in salt and pepper, garlic, paprika, turmeric, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper and cook for about 1 minute.
    • Then, stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, vegetable stock and bay leaves. Bring to a boil.
    • Lower the heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes; stir in fresh parsley and serve.

    Notes

    Keep your soup at a simmer. Do not heat the soup to boiling, this will overcook the vegetables, making them soggy.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 770mg | Potassium: 290mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 6585IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg
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