Time to Prepare: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 6
Introduction
There’s nothing quite like a warming bowl of hearty soup, especially one that’s packed with nutrition and flavor. Our Chickpea and White Bean Soup will not only warm you up on those cooler days, it’s also incredibly satisfying and delicious.
Why Make This Recipe
When you’re looking for a simple, yet nutritious dish, this soup is a fantastic choice. It’s filled with high-protein chickpeas and white beans, along with a range of other healthful ingredients. Perfect for those cozy nights in or as a filling lunchtime option.
How to Make Chickpea and White Bean Soup
Ingredients
Here’s your comprehensive list of ingredients for making Chickpea and White Bean Soup:
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 1 large onion, chopped
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 1 tsp ground cumin
– 1 tsp smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 cups vegetable broth
– 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
– 1 bay leaf
– 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
– Juice of 1 lemon
– Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Directions
Here are the step by step instructions to make this nourishing soup:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, sautéing until they are softened, approximately 5 minutes.
2. Stir in your spices – the cumin and smoked paprika. Follow this with some seasoning to taste. Cook this for another minute until the spices are fragrant.
3. Pour in your vegetable broth and bring it up to a boil. Add both the chickpeas and white beans, diced tomatoes, and a bay leaf. After this, you should reduce the heat and let the soup simmer for 25 minutes.
4. Remove the bay leaf from the soup. Stir in the kale or spinach until it has wilted.
5. Add the juice of a lemon and adjust the seasoning if it’s needed.
6. Serve the soup hot. You should garnish it with fresh parsley. This soup is even better when enjoyed alongside some crusty bread!
How to Serve Chickpea and White Bean Soup
Serve this wholesome soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley and a side of crusty bread for dipping.
How to Store Chickpea and White Bean Soup
You can store this soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, or freeze it for up to 3 months.
Tips to Make Chickpea and White Bean Soup
For a spicier version, add a pinch of chili flakes. You could also swap the spinach for other leafy greens such as collard greens.
Variations
For a vegan version, swap the vegetable broth with vegan broth.
FAQs
Q: Can I freeze this soup?
A: Yes, it freezes well. Store it in airtight containers and it should last for up to 3 months.
Q: Can I add other vegetables?
A: Yes, feel free to add any vegetables of your choosing. Bell peppers or zucchini would be a great addition.
Q: Can I use dried beans?
A: Yes, but remember to soak them overnight and adjust the cooking time as they may take longer to become tender.