Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup, a delightful blend of creamy chickpeas and aromatic garlic that comes together in just 30 minutes. This hearty soup is not only packed with flavor but also loaded with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for quick weeknight dinners or satisfying lunches. With its velvety texture derived from wholesome ingredients like potatoes and vegetable broth, this soup is sure to become a household favorite. Whether you’re serving it with crusty bread or topping it with fresh herbs, this easy-to-make dish promises to satisfy your cravings and nourish your body.
Ingredients
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- 1 Tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas
- 1 (6oz-180 grams) large potato, diced
- 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
- salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a blender, purée one can of chickpeas along with its liquid until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the puréed chickpeas, drained second can of chickpeas, diced potato, paprika, rosemary, thyme, chili flakes, and freshly cracked pepper. Mix well.
- Add vegetable broth and stir to combine. Cover the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg