Description

Chickpea Potato Soup is a comforting, soul-warming dish that combines tender chickpeas, starchy potatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices. This creamy soup is perfect for chilly days and provides a satisfying, nutritious meal. It’s quick to prepare and adaptable, making it a go-to favorite for busy days or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

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

4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth

1 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

2 tbsp olive oil

Juice of 1 lemon

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Instructions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and carrots, cooking until the onions become translucent (about 5 minutes).
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced potatoes and rinsed chickpeas to the pot, stirring to coat them with the spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth, ensuring the ingredients are covered by a couple of inches of liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
Just before serving, stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Notes

For added nutrition, stir in some spinach, kale, or Swiss chard during the last few minutes of cooking.

If you like extra protein, consider adding cooked chicken, turkey, quinoa, or lentils.

For a spicy version, add cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or chopped fresh chili pepper.

This soup is naturally gluten-free, just ensure your vegetable broth is gluten-free.

Sweet potatoes can be swapped for Yukon Gold potatoes for a sweeter flavor.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 280
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg