Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup
A comforting and hearty Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup that is quick to prepare and packed with plant-based protein and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 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 (6 oz-180 grams) large potato, diced
- 2 cups (480 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend one can of chickpeas with its liquid in a blender until smooth to create a creamy base for the soup.
- Sauté garlic in a pot over medium heat with olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Mix in the puréed chickpeas, drained chickpeas, diced potato, paprika, rosemary, thyme, chili flakes, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add the vegetable broth and stir to ensure even distribution.
- Simmer the soup by covering the pot and bringing it to a boil. Then reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of black pepper, optionally with crusty bread.
Notes
Use canned chickpeas for convenience or soak and cook dried chickpeas beforehand. Any waxy potato variety works best; add fresh herbs towards the end for enhanced flavor.
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