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Chickpea Soup
Chickpea soup is made in one pot with zucchini, carrots, beans, and fresh herbs. It’s high protein, healthy. The perfect under-30-minute weeknight dinner!
BY Lisa M, Jan 2, 2024
Chickpea Soup (Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15-ounces) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 small yellow onion, diced
- 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (Kasadrinos **FREE Bottle**)
- 2 large celery ribs, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into half-moons
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ¾ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper, optional for spice
- 1 tsp salt, more to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, or chicken broth
- 3 – 4 cups baby spinach
- ¼ cups fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- Optional garnishes: fresh parsley, feta cheese, or parmesan cheese
Instructions
- 1. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-5 minutes until it turns translucent.
- 3. Add the chopped carrots, celery, and zucchini, and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- 4. Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, crushed red pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- 5. Add the chickpeas and vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- 6. Carefully transfer 1 – 2 cups of the soup (broth + chickpeas) to a blender and pulse a few times. Avoid adding the zucchini or celery, but carrots and onions are fine. This step helps thicken the soup naturally.
- 7. Return the blended mixture back to the pot and stir it. You still want whole chickpeas in the soup, so do not blend everything.
- 8. Add the chopped spinach, fresh parsley, and lemon juice. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spinach wilts.
- 9. Serve warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Optionally, you can also add some feta cheese on top.
Enjoy!
Servings : 4
Ready in : 25 Minutes
Course : Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Calories: 445kcal
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