Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
plus more for drizzling
- 3 large garlic cloves
minced or pressed
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 2 cans chickpeas
15 oz each
- 1 large potato
diced, 6oz-180 grams
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
480 ml
- to tastesalt & black pepper
Directions
- 1
Firstly, pour one of the cans of chickpeas with its liquid into a blender and purée until smooth.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium heat, add the garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or just until it's fragrant and smells good.
- 3
Add the puréed chickpeas, the second can of drained chickpeas, the cubed potato, parprika, rosemary, thyme, chili flakes, and some freshly cracked pepper and give a good stir. Add broth and stir again.
- 4
Place a lid on the pot, turn the heat up to medium-high, and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, turn the heat down to medium low and allow it to simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5
Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning according to your taste (and that depends mostly on the salt content of your broth, I added about ¼ tsp of salt).
- 6
Serve hot with freshly ground pepper and a drizzle of olive oil if you wish, and don't skip crusty bread for dipping! :)
Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, hearty meal that's both nourishing and incredibly easy to make? This Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup delivers rich, creamy flavor that tastes like it simmered all day, but comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for any weeknight.
What sets this soup apart is its remarkable creaminess, achieved entirely without dairy, and its impressively speedy preparation. By combining simple pantry staples like hearty chickpeas, diced potatoes, and an abundance of aromatic garlic, you create a deeply satisfying soup that feels much more elaborate than it is. It's truly a testament to how humble ingredients can create something extraordinary.
Prepare for a bowl of pure, wholesome comfort. This soup boasts a luxurious, thick texture, brimming with the savory warmth of garlic and the earthy, inviting notes of dried rosemary and thyme. Each spoonful offers tender chickpeas and soft, comforting potato chunks, all harmonized by a subtle, pleasant kick from chili flakes. It's a deliciously hearty and naturally vegan dish that promises to warm you from the inside out, making it an ideal choice for a cozy evening.
Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili flakes to suit your preference. If you're looking to swap, a pinch of dried oregano can be a lovely aromatic alternative if you don't have rosemary on hand, though the suggested combination is truly delicious. For an even more intense garlic flavor, don't hesitate to add an extra clove or two.
Serve this vibrant, creamy soup as a comforting main course, perhaps with a rustic piece of crusty bread to sop up every last drop. A final drizzle of fresh olive oil just before serving adds a beautiful sheen and extra depth of flavor.