Chunky Chickpea Noodle Soup
Savor the heartiness of this delectable soup, packed with plump chickpeas, sweet, flavorfulcarrots, and an array of seasonings that embrace you in the warmth of home.
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Servings: 6 - 8
INGREDIENTS
- Olive Oil
- 1 Large Yellow Onion
- 4 Ribs Celery
- 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- ½ to 1 Bag Baby Carrots (16 oz bag)
- 4 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Thyme
- 1 tbsp Oregano
- 1 tbsp Dried Parsley
- 1 tsp Poultry Seasoning (blend of herbs, vegan)
- 2 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 Can (15 oz) Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) (15 oz)
- 2 Cartons Vegetable Broth Carton (32 oz ea)
Optional
- ½ C Dry White Wine
Separately Prepare
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 package Favorite Plant Based Chicken (Non-Breaded) (Prepared Separately)
Serve With:
- Nutritional Yeast (to taste)
- Salt & Pepper (to taste)
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare the Base:
- Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a 6-quart stockpot or larger.Olive Oil
- Dice the onion and celery and add them to the pot.1 Large Yellow Onion, 4 Ribs Celery
- Add garlic and cook for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.2 tbsp Minced Garlic
Prepare Carrots While Cooking:
- Cut the desired amount of carrots in half (or thirds depending on size).½ to 1 Bag Baby Carrots (16 oz bag)
- Add the carrots to the pot and stir, sautéing for another 2-3 minutes.
Add Spices:
- Add all spices and stir to combine throughout.4 tbsp Low Sodium Soy Sauce, 1 tbsp Thyme, 1 tbsp Oregano, 1 tbsp Dried Parsley, 2 tsp Salt, 1 tsp Black Pepper, 1 tsp Poultry Seasoning (blend of herbs, vegan)
- Adjust spices to your preference while the soup simmers, if necessary. Additional salt may be needed.
Add Chickpeas and Broth:
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add them to the pot.1 Can (15 oz) Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) (15 oz)
- Add the veggie broth and optional wine, if desired. Stir well.2 Cartons Vegetable Broth Carton (32 oz ea), ½ C Dry White Wine
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer for about an hour to meld the flavors together. Taste halfway, you may need additional salt.
Prepare Noodles Separately:
- Prepare the noodles according to package directions.1 lb Chunky Pasta Noodles (like BowTie)
- After draining, return them to a separate pot and drizzle with olive oil or vegan butter to prevent sticking together.
Serve:
- Combine the cooked noodles and soup in a bowl.
- Top with nutritional yeast and salt & pepper to taste.Nutritional Yeast, Salt & Pepper
Optional Add-In:
- An option to add more texture to the soup is to separately prepare a package of plant based chicken (not breaded) and add at the end to the individual bowls.1 package Favorite Plant Based Chicken (Non-Breaded)