April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale

April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale

Loaded with kale, chickpeas, and spicy seasonings, this wholesome soup is not only delicious, but a breeze to prepare.

Preparation Time
20 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Calories
216 Calories

Recipe Instructions

Step 1
Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium-sized pot until warm. Add cumin seeds and red pepper flakes; cook and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is softened and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in chicken broth, chickpeas, and kale.
Step 2
Bring soup to a simmer and cook until kale is tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; stir in parsley. Remove from heat; top with Parmesan cheese.
April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale
April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale
April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale
April's Spicy Chickpea Soup with Kale

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas - rinsed, drained, and lightly smashed
  • 1 small bunch kale, chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 0.5 cup finely chopped fresh parsley

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