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Soup-er Delight

Warm Your Heart with a Hearty Vegetable Chickpea Soup

4servings
45 min
Easy
Worth the slow weekend prepMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Soup-er Delight

About this recipe

Soup-er Delight is more than just a meal; it's a comforting embrace for chilly days. Packed with wholesome vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, this soup ensures both warmth and nourishment. Easy to prepare and perfectly seasoned, it's designed to satisfy both the body and soul.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, sliced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup small whole grain pasta
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

  3. 3

    Stir in diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chickpeas, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes.

  4. 4

    Bring the mixture to a boil, then add pasta and reduce heat to a simmer.

  5. 5

    Cook until pasta is al dente, about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.

  6. 6

    Add lemon juice, taste, and adjust seasonings with salt and pepper.

  7. 7

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Chef's tip

For a richer flavor, consider using a mix of fresh herbs alongside dried ones. Perfect for a comforting dinner, with leftovers great for lunch.

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