Vegetable Chickpea Soup

A hearty and nutritious vegan soup filled with a variety of vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas. Perfect for a cozy and gluten-free meal

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat

Add chopped onion and garlic, saut until fragrant

Add carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans

Cook for 5 minutes

Stir in chickpeas, diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper

Pour in vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes

Adjust seasonings to taste

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley