Mediterranean Chickpea Soup
Warm up with this Mediterranean Chickpea Soup recipe that soothes your body and soul in just 30 minuteseasy healthy and comforting
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Soup
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low sodium preferred)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Juice of half a lemon (about 1 tablespoon)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Start by warming a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. You want it hot but not smoking.
- Sauté onions, carrots, and celery: Toss in the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Cook for about 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally until the veggies soften and the onions turn translucent.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and coriander. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful here—garlic cooks quickly and can burn if you’re not watching.
- Combine chickpeas and tomatoes: Add the drained chickpeas and the can of diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine all ingredients well.
- Add broth and simmer: Pour in the vegetable broth. Stir everything together and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 25 minutes. This lets the flavors meld and the soup thicken slightly.
- Season and finish: Add salt and pepper to taste. Just before serving, stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
A warm, comforting Mediterranean Chickpea Soup recipe blending wholesome chickpeas with fragrant herbs and vibrant vegetables. Easy to prepare, vegetarian and vegan-friendly, packed with fiber and protein, and brightened with fresh lemon juice.