Hearty Chickpea & Spinach Soup
A nourishing and flavorful soup combining chickpeas, spinach, and aromatic spices for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Oil
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
Canned Goods
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Broth
- 6 cups vegetable broth (preferably low-sodium)
Greens
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Seasonings
- to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Garnish & Optional
- as needed Fresh parsley or cilantro leaves, vegan yogurt or grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery until softened, about 8 minutes.
- Add garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chili flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chickpeas, then pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Blend about one-third of the soup until smooth, then return to pot. Stir in spinach and cook 5 minutes.
- Finish with lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, then serve garnished with herbs and optional toppings.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon or a sprinkle of fresh herbs before serving.