Description
A hearty and comforting Vegan Chickpea Noodle Soup made with wholesome vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and wide egg-free noodles simmered in a fragrant vegetable broth infused with herbs and a hint of turmeric. Perfect for a nourishing meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 3 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Spices and Herbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Main Ingredients
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups cooked or canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 6 ounces wide egg-free noodles or pasta of choice
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
Instructions
- Sauté Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add Aromatics and Spices: Stir in minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 1 minute until the mixture is fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic.
- Add Broth and Chickpeas: Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the drained chickpeas and bay leaves. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil.
- Simmer the Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently for 15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Cook the Noodles: Add the wide egg-free noodles to the pot and cook according to package instructions until tender, usually around 7 to 10 minutes.
- Finish and Season: Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Stir in fresh chopped parsley and the juice of half a lemon. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and enjoy a comforting and nutritious meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the noodles with gluten-free pasta or use rice.
- Add spinach or kale during the last few minutes of cooking to incorporate extra greens and nutrients.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; however, noodles may soften over time. To avoid this, cook noodles separately if preparing in advance.
