Description
Chickpea and White Bean Soup is a warm, hearty dish that brings comfort to any table. Bursting with creamy beans, aromatic spices, and vibrant veggies, each spoonful offers a delightful hug in a bowl. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this nutritious soup is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. With rich flavors and textures that tantalize the taste buds, you’ll find yourself dreaming about this recipe long after the last drop.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned White Beans (Great Northern or Cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 4 cups Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
- 1 Medium Yellow Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Fresh Garlic, minced
- 2 Medium Carrots, diced
- 2 Celery Stalks, chopped
- 2 cups Fresh Spinach or Kale, chopped
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the drained chickpeas, white beans, and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Add cumin and paprika; let the soup bubble for another 10 minutes to meld the flavors.
- In the last few minutes of cooking, stir in the chopped spinach or kale until wilted.
- Finish with fresh lemon juice; taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cu (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg