Name: Tuscan Chickpea Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, adjust to taste; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 2 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 4 cups low sodium vegetable broth; 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped; Juice of 1/2 lemon; 1 cup full-fat coconut milk from a can; 3 cups fresh spinach; Salt and black pepper to taste; Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Description

Enjoy a heartwarming bowl of Tuscan Chickpea Soup, a delightful blend of Mediterranean Diet Recipes and Healthy Soup Recipes that nourish both body and soul. Perfect for Vegan Dinners, this Vegan Soup Recipe is easy to make, hearty, and filled with the rich flavors of traditional Mediterranean Recipes.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, adjust to taste
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 15 oz canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 cups low sodium vegetable broth
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1 cup full-fat coconut milk from a can
3 cups fresh spinach
Salt and black pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Mix in the tomato paste ensuring it is well combined with the onion and spices. Add chickpeas and stir to coat them with the fragrant base. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and let the soup cook for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Add sun-dried tomatoes, lemon juice, and coconut milk, stirring to ensure everything is well incorporated. Let the soup simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts, which should take a minute or two. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil leaves. Serve warm.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, add a splash of white wine while cooking the onions and allow it to reduce.
Experiment with seasonal greens like kale or Swiss chard instead of spinach for a varied texture.
If you prefer a bit of spice, consider adding a pinch of cayenne pepper during cooking.

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 35 mins
Category: Soup
Method: Stove
Cuisine: Mediterranean