Description
Chickpea Taco Soup is a flavorful and hearty dish that combines spiced chickpeas, juicy tomatoes, and aromatic herbs for a comforting meal. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this vibrant soup will leave everyone wanting more. It’s quick to prepare and easy to customize, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add the chopped tomatoes and chickpeas; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in the taco seasoning and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat; stir in cilantro and lime juice before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with avocado slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg