Description
Spiced Chickpea and Tomato Soup is a heartwarming, flavorful dish that brings together rich tomatoes and protein-packed chickpeas, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion. With its aromatic spices and vibrant colors, this soup not only warms your soul but also impresses friends and family alike. Quick to prepare and customizable, it?s ideal for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ? cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saut? the diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and saut? for another minute.
- Stir in ground cumin and smoked paprika; cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add canned tomatoes (with juice) and chickpeas; stir to combine.
- Pour in vegetable broth and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- For a creamier texture, blend part or all of the soup using an immersion blender.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg