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Tuscan Chickpea Soup

Rustic Bowl of Tuscan Chickpea Soup
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This hearty Tuscan Chickpea Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish, packed with nutritious ingredients. It’s easy to make and perfect for a cozy weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup kale, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add garlic, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using) and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth, chickpeas, and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in kale and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Notes

For a creamier soup, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup before adding the kale.

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