Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and paprika, and cook for another minute.
- Add the chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10-15 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Use an immersion blender to puree the soup for a smoother texture, if desired.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For added flavor, consider serving with warm crusty bread or a side salad. The soup can also be frozen for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: soup, chickpeas, garlic, vegan soup, healthy recipe, Mediterranean cuisine
