Chickpea Potato Soup Recipe
This comforting Chickpea Potato Soup combines creamy Yukon Gold potatoes and protein-rich chickpeas in a flavorful spiced vegetable broth. Enhanced with cumin, smoked paprika, and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this soup is a hearty, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal perfect for any season.
- Author: Nora
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
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 Fats
- 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 sauté the chopped onions and carrots until the onions become translucent, which will take about 5-7 minutes. This softens the vegetables and releases their flavors.
- Add Garlic and Spices: Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the pot and cook for about 1 minute until the mixture becomes fragrant, allowing the spices to bloom.
- Add Potatoes and Chickpeas: Stir in the diced Yukon Gold potatoes and rinsed chickpeas, ensuring they are well coated with the aromatic spice mixture.
- Add Broth and Simmer: Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth to cover the ingredients by about two inches. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat 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 have melded together.
- Finish with Lemon Juice: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice just before serving to brighten and balance the flavors.
Notes
- Use low-sodium broth and chickpeas to control salt content and keep the soup healthy.
- If you prefer a creamier texture, you can partially blend the soup before adding the lemon juice.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving.
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for added freshness.
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