Chickpeas and Kale soup are healthy with loads of proteins and vitamins in them. To make a quick version of the soup I have used canned chickpeas and tomatoes. If using pre-washed baby kale then just dump it and prepare this healthy soup. Use vegetable stock instead of water.
If you are looking for some creamy version in this soup then add light or thick coconut milk at the end. This makes your soup richer. If using coconut milk reduce the water/vegetable stock in the recipe.
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Benefits of the ingredients (source)
Chickpeas As a rich source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Additionally, they are high in protein.
Kale: Its reputation as a superfood loaded with nutrients and antioxidants.
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Steps for preparing chickpeas & kale soup
- Heat oil in a large stockpot. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest and stir for few seconds.
- Add tomato puree, 4 cups water, and salt. Cover and allow it to boil. Add kale and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add chickpeas and simmer for 7-8 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
Variations
- Use spinach if you don’t have kale in your hand.
- For a rich version, add coconut milk.
Other soup recipes you may like
- Mushroom Tom Yum Soup
- Moringa soup
- Homemade vegetable stock
- Barley tomato-based soup with beans and veggies
- Vegan Wonton Soup With Tomato
- Creamy butternut squash soup
Other recipes with chickpeas
Quinoa salad with chickpeas
Greek salad
Sprouting Chickpeas
Questions
Can I use dry bean instead of canned beans?
Absolutely. For time consumption I have used canned chickpeas. If using dried beans soak chickpeas overnight or for 8 hours. Pressure cook for one whistle and simmer for 15 minutes for perfect cooked chickpeas.
How to make homemade tomato puree?
Boil 4-5 tomatoes in water until the skin separates. Allow it to cool and grind to a puree. Filter it through the strainer.
What can I use instead of kale?
You can use spinach or any leafy vegetable for kale.
How to make a soup creamy?
To make it creamy, use coconut milk. If you are not vegan add grated cheese or cream on top.
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Chickpeas & Kale Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic chopped finely
- 1 tbsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 15.5 oz canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 1 bunch chopped kale
- 1 14 oz canned tomato puree
- pepper and salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large stockpot. Add garlic, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest and stir for few seconds.
- Add tomato puree, 4 cups water, and salt. Cover and allow it to boil. Add kale and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add chickpeas and simmer for 7-8 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- If using dry chickpeas, soak for 8 hours or overnight and boil in the pressure cooker.
- If you do not have kale, spinach can be added.