I’m always on the lookout for new flavors, especially in soup. We all seem to crave a warm bowl of comfort soup this time of year, but don’t always have the hours for cooking.
So any soup that comes together in 30 minutes or less will pique my interest. Enter: Spicy Chickpea and Tomato Soup!
This soup has a lot going for it: Vegetarian? Yes! Vegan? Yes! Gluten-free and dairy-free also! For those looking to embrace more “clean” eating, this soup is clean-tastic!
Ingredients
The taste comes primarily from coconut milk mixed with spices: garam masala, cilantro, ginger and turmeric. The “spicy” element is thanks to onion, ground cumin and chopped jalapeno pepper. The chickpeas and tomatoes complete the recipe, providing protein and texture.
Overall, it reminds me of Indian food, especially with the garam masala and turmeric. But the jalapeno provides a surprising and pleasing spiciness that balances well with the coconut milk.
Did you know? Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are the primary ingredient in hummus. Chickpeas are high in fiber and protein. One of the earliest cultivated legumes, chickpeas were found in Mesolithic layers in southern France which carbon dated to 6790 BC. (source: Wikipedia)
How to make this soup
To start, add onion (or shallot) and the dry spices with olive oil in your skillet or large saucepan. Sauté this mixture on low to medium heat for about three to five minutes. This will cook the onion and bloom the spices.
Then, add drained chickpeas and chopped tomatoes and jalapeno. Cook and stir for another two to three minutes.
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Add the coconut milk and continue cooking for a few more minutes, until the soup is heated through but not boiling.
Adjust seasoning as needed and serve.
The recipe makes two servings but can easily be doubled.
This Spicy Chickpea and Tomato Soup is fast, easy and delicious!
More Soups to Love
Homemade soup is the best! Try making some tomato gnocchi soup for a creamy and cozy bowl of warmth. And nothing can beat cheesy potato soup when you just crave some comfort.
With your Instant Pot you can make a big batch of Minestrone, full of vegetable goodness. Or simmer some Hamburger Barley Soup on the stove top to fill your home with the aroma of homemade goodness!
📖 Recipe
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Spicy Chickpea and Tomato Soup
Ingredients
- 2 TB olive oil
- 1 shallot or small onion diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon garam masala ground
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cilantro fresh, chopped fine
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ginger grated
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric ground
- 1 can chickpeas drained
- 3 Roma tomatoes diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 TB jalapeno pepper diced
- 1 can coconut milk full-fat
Instructions
- In a skillet or large saucepan, add the olive oil, shallot or onion and the next six ingredients (through turmeric) and sauté on low/medium heat for 3- 5 minutes.
- Add chickpeas, tomatoes and jalapenos. Continue to stir on low/medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Add coconut milk and stir until heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasonings as needed and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Lexi
Delicious!! I substituted a large can of fire roasted organic tomatoes for the Roma tomatoes. I also mashed some of the chickpeas while cooking to thicken up the base. I also added some cayenne, because we like it extra spicy, and some raw sugar to cut off the acidity from the tomatoes. Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe!
Sula
Thank you for sharing your ideas for variations - sounds delightful!
nancy
tasty and delish soup!!
Sula
I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Jan
I love chickpeas and tomato. This recipe just suits me right! Planning to make it tomorrow. 🙂
Sula
I hope you love it like I do!
Amy Chung
This recipe looks amazing! I live down under and our summer is fast coming to an end and the cooler weather is starting. Always looking for nice warm dishes. Love the addition of jalapenos!
Sula
The jalapeno was a surprise but it works!
Amanda
WOw, looks awesome. I need more things to do with chickpeas other than roasting them!
Sula
I know what you mean - such a healthy ingredient, but we all need a variety of recipes for preparing!
Big Trouble
OMG, a vegan dish!!! This looks friggin amazing! Can't wait to give this a try! 🙂
Sula
Let me know how you like it!