Description
A warm, hearty bowl of Mediterranean Chickpea Soup, featuring vibrant flavors, nourishing ingredients, and easy preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups frozen spinach
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
- Introduce minced garlic and sprinkle in the cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Add the frozen spinach and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Ladle the soup into bowls while hot and enjoy.
Notes
Consider adding fresh herbs like parsley or basil before serving for extra freshness. Can add yogurt or tahini on top for creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg