Chickpea Potato Soup Recipe
This hearty Chickpea Potato Soup is a comforting, nutritious dish perfect for any season. Combining protein-rich chickpeas with tender Yukon Gold potatoes and vibrant spices like cumin and smoked paprika, it’s a flavorful vegan soup that warms the soul while being wholesome and easy to prepare.
- Author: Rita
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Vegetables and Legumes
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced (about 2 cups)
- 2 medium carrots, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Oils
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
Spices
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add chopped onions and carrots. Sauté until the onions become translucent and the carrots soften slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for about 1 minute until the spices are fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add Vegetables and Chickpeas: Mix in the diced potatoes and rinsed chickpeas. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly with the spices and oil.
- Simmer Soup: Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, ensuring the ingredients are covered by at least a couple of inches. Increase heat to bring the soup to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
- Cook Until Tender: Let the soup simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender and the flavors meld together.
- Add Lemon Juice: Just before serving, stir in the juice of one fresh lemon to add a bright, tangy finish to the soup.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup with an immersion blender before adding the lemon juice.
- Use low-sodium broth to better control the saltiness of the soup.
- Substitute Yukon Gold potatoes with Russet potatoes if desired.
- Add fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for additional flavor and color.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and freezes perfectly for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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