Jun 09 2026
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Soup 8 Recipe

Inspired by The Monarch
Time45m
Serves4

Make Soup 8 Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Broth and Seasoning

Optional Additions

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chop the Vegetables

    Dice the onion, carrot, and potato. Thinly slice the celery and mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Spinach

    Wash the spinach thoroughly and set aside.

  3. 3

    Open Chickpeas (if using)

    Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Sauté the Aromatics

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.

  2. 5

    Add Garlic

    Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 6

    Add Broth and Seasoning

    Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced potato, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil.

  4. 7

    Simmer

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

  5. 8

    Add Spinach and Optional Additions

    Stir in the spinach and, if using, the chickpeas. Let simmer for another 5 minutes.

  6. 9

    Finish with Lemon Juice

    Remove from heat, and stir in the lemon juice for added brightness. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serving

  1. 10

    Serve Hot

    Ladle the soup into bowls and serve hot, garnished with additional black pepper if desired.

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