Chickpea Soup with Spinach Hearty Chickpea and Spinach Soup with Mediterranean Spices Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 4 cups vegetable broth 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped Salt and pepper to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Add chickpeas, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in chopped spinach and cook for another 3–4 minutes, just until wilted. Add lemon juice, then taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 240 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickpeasoup #plantbasedrecipes #vegancomfortfood #mediterraneandiet #spinachrecipes #meatlessmeals #healthywarmmeals #heartyvegan #vegetariansoup #quickdinners #onepotmeals #cleaneatingrecipes #glutenfreeeats #fiberrichfoods #simpleandhealthy #veggiebased #nourishyourbody #easyvegansoup #wholesomebowls #antiinflammatoryfoods 🥣 This Chickpea & Spinach Soup is pure plant-based comfort! Warm, filling, and packed with flavor—it’s the perfect cozy meal. 🌿🍋