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Chickpea Tomato Soup Recipe

Chickpea Tomato Soup Recipe

Craving a warm hug in a bowl? This Chickpea Tomato Soup Recipe is your answer. It's simple, hearty and full of flavor. Learn how to make Chickpea Tomato Soup with easy steps.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mediterranean Fusion
Servings 6
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 carrots chopped
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish optional
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions
 

Prep the Veggies

  • Chop onion, carrots, and celery into small pieces. Mince garlic. Rinse chickpeas well. This takes just 5 minutes. It sets up easy cooking.
  • Sauté the Base
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until soft. Stir often. Smells amazing already!

Add Garlic and Spices

  • Stir in minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute. Spices bloom and release flavor. Don't let garlic burn. Quick stir does it.

Pour in Tomatoes and Broth

  • Add crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Then lower heat to simmer. Let it bubble gently for 10 minutes. Flavors start to mingle.

Add Chickpeas and Simmer

  • Stir in drained chickpeas. Simmer for another 10 minutes. Soup thickens nicely. Taste and add salt, pepper, or more spices if needed.

Blend for Creamy Texture

  • Use an immersion blender to puree half the soup right in the pot. Or transfer half to a blender. Blend smooth, then return to pot. Keeps some chunks for texture.

Finish with Lemon and Serve

  • Squeeze in lemon juice. Stir well. Garnish with fresh herbs. Ladle into bowls. Hot and ready to enjoy!

Notes

  • Use fire-roasted tomatoes for smoky depth.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for heat.
  • For creamier soup, stir in 1/4 cup coconut milk at the end.
  • Make it vegan by skipping any dairy garnishes.
  • Double chickpeas for extra protein punch.
  • Freeze extras in portions for quick meals.
  • Fresh spinach added at the end wilts perfectly.
Keyword Chickpea Tomato Soup Recipe