Garbanzo Bean Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Garbanzo Bean Soup is a comforting one-pot wonder that's perfect for any season. Featuring tender chickpeas, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, and a fragrant blend of cumin, paprika, and oregano, this soup delivers a delicious depth of flavor with every spoonful. A splash of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while fresh parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy recipe is both nutritious and satisfying, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Pair it with crusty bread for a complete, cozy meal that’s as fulfilling as it is flavorful. Whether you call them garbanzo beans or chickpeas, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

17 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 stalks, diced celery
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 30 ounces (two 15-ounce cans), drained and rinsed canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) black pepper
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley
• 1 loaf (optional, for serving) crusty bread

📝 Instructions

11 steps

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

2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the drained garbanzo beans, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine.

5. Season the soup with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

7. Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for 2-3 minutes.

8. Remove the pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice for a bright, zesty finish.

9. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning as needed.

10. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

11. Serve hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (2993.3g)

Calories		2652
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		47.9 g	61%
	Saturated Fat	6.0 g	30%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		5594 mg	243%
Total Carbohydrate		437.0 g	159%
	Dietary Fiber	104.8 g	374%
	Total Sugars	71.8 g
Protein		119.7 g	239%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		766 mg	59%
Iron		29.9 mg	166%
Potassium		4562 mg	97%

*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: 2605 cal (16.3%%)

Protein: 2884 cal (18.0%%)

Carbs: 10524 cal (65.7%%)