Garlic Chickpea and Spinach Soup

Indulge in the comforting flavors of this Garlic Chickpea and Spinach Soup—a wholesome, one-pot meal that's both nourishing and satisfying. With a hearty base of sautéed garlic, onion, carrot, and celery, this soup is infused with warm spices like cumin and paprika for a cozy depth of flavor. Protein-packed chickpeas and tender baby spinach simmer in a vibrant vegetable broth, complemented by tangy diced tomatoes and a refreshing splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 40 minutes, this vegan and gluten-free recipe is a perfect choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete, soul-soothing dinner that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 units garlic cloves
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 medium celery stalk
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned)
• 4 cups baby spinach
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Peel and mince the garlic cloves. Peel and finely dice the onion, carrot, and celery.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, and optional red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until the spices are aromatic.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, and chickpeas. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the baby spinach and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.

Step 7

Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Stir in the lemon juice just before serving.

Step 8

Serve hot with crusty bread or your favorite crackers. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2029.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1526.4

Total Fat 49.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5848.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 56.6g	0%
Total Sugars 51.0g
Protein 64.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 617.6mg	0%
Iron 25.2mg	0%
Potassium 4028.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.8%

Protein: 16.3%

Carbs: 55.8%