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Easy Vegan Chickpea Soup

Hearty Easy Vegan Chickpea Soup for Cozy Nights

This Easy Vegan Chickpea Soup is a nourishing and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 cans Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 1 medium Carrot Diced
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced
  • 6 cups Vegetable Broth Gluten-free if needed
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • Vegetables (e.g., zucchini, bell peppers, kale) Optional additions
For Serving
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread For dipping
  • 1 bowl Green Salad Refreshing side
  • Rice or Couscous Optional side dish

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion, 1 diced carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and spices. Cook for another minute.
  3. Add 2 cans of chickpeas and 6 cups of vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Reduce heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes.
  5. Use a potato masher to lightly mash some chickpeas for a thicker consistency.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice.
  7. Serve hot with crusty bread or a fresh salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or frozen for 2 months.

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