Description
Chickpea Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming your soul on chilly evenings. This creamy, nutrient-packed soup features tender chickpeas and hearty potatoes, complemented by aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Easy to prepare, this dish is not only delicious but also versatile enough to adapt based on your pantry staples. Whether enjoyed solo or shared with friends, every bowl promises satisfaction and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium potatoes (about 12 oz), diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Dice potatoes and chop onions and carrots. Mince garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sautΓ© onions until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in diced potatoes and chopped carrots; cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Season with cumin, salt, and pepper; reduce heat, cover partially, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- For a creamier texture, blend part of the soup with an immersion blender or mash with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg