Chickpea Soup
Chickpea soup is a delightful, hearty dish that warms the soul on chilly days. With its rich blend of spices and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is not only comforting but also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for cozy evenings or impressing guests, this soup is versatile enough to serve as a starter or main course. Plus, it can be customized based on your pantry staples, making it a great addition to your weeknight dinner rotation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies: Dice onions, carrots, and celery into small pieces.
- Sauté until aromatic: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and sauté until translucent.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in minced garlic along with cumin, paprika, and thyme; sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add chickpeas and broth: Incorporate rinsed chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Simmer away: Reduce heat to low and let the soup simmer uncovered for about 25-30 minutes.
- Finish with lemon: Just before serving, squeeze fresh lemon juice into the soup. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg