Spicy Garbanzo Soup

Warm up your soul with a hearty bowl of Spicy Garbanzo Soup, a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that’s as nourishing as it is satisfying. This plant-based recipe features tender garbanzo beans (chickpeas) simmered with aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and an optional kick of chili flakes for bold, smoky heat. Fresh spinach or kale adds a pop of color and nutrients, while a splash of zesty lemon juice brightens the flavors beautifully. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep and pairs wonderfully with crusty bread or a side of rice. Garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley, Spicy Garbanzo Soup is a wholesome, one-pot wonder that's sure to impress both your palate and your dinner guests.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 large carrot, diced
• 1 medium celery stalk, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
• 3 cups garbanzo beans (chickpeas), cooked or canned
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup crushed tomatoes
• 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the garbanzo beans, vegetable broth, and crushed tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 5

Let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Add the fresh spinach or kale to the pot and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread or a side of rice, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2348.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1892.2

Total Fat 55.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5867.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.8g	0%
Total Sugars 64.4g
Protein 84.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 762.8mg	0%
Iron 31.0mg	0%
Potassium 5694.9mg	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: 25.4%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 57.4%