A hearty and comforting chickpea soup, packed with flavor and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.
Author:andrea
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
3-4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1/3 cup sundried tomatoes in oil (chopped)
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup full-fat coconut milk (or 1/2 cup heavy cream for non-dairy options)
2-3 cups fresh spinach
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Sauté the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
Add the chickpeas and tomato paste. Pour in the vegetable broth, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes.
Blend half of the soup using an immersion blender or regular blender for desired consistency.
Stir in the sundried tomatoes, lemon juice, coconut milk, and spinach. Let simmer for 5-10 minutes, season with salt and pepper.
Serve warm in bowls, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
Adjust spice levels to preference and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.