Herbed Middle Eastern Bowl with Chickpeas A CIF Food Is Medicine soup inspired by Middle Eastern flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean Pattern, Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, CIF Approved. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.

CIF Approved

Herbed Middle Eastern Bowl with Chickpeas

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Author: Colin Vareene Cooking Method: No Cook Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Soup Recipe Keys: A Anti-Inflammatory C CIF Approved H Healthy Fats M Mediterranean Pattern W Whole Grain

Prep Time 12 mins Total Time 12 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 6 Estimated Cost: $ 14 Calories: 270 Best Season: All Seasons Dietary:

D Dairy-Free V Vegan

Description

A CIF Food Is Medicine soup inspired by Middle Eastern flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean Pattern, Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, CIF Approved.

Ingredients:

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Servings

• 1 can chickpeas
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup tomatoes
• 1 cup roasted eggplant
• 1 cup cucumber
• zaatar
• lemon
• parsley
• ¹⁄₂ cup plain Greek yogurt
• black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare and rinse produce as needed,
   Combine ingredients in a bowl or blender,
   Season with herbs, citrus, vinegar, and spices,
   Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Keywords: herbed middle eastern bowl with chickpeas, middle eastern, soup, anti-inflammatory, mediterranean pattern, healthy fats, whole grain, cif approved, 1 cup tomatoes, 1 cup roasted eggplant

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