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Chickpea Curry Soup

This Chickpea Curry Soup will warm you up fast on a cold winter's day. It's hearty, protein-packed, and filled with savory flavor. Plus, it takes just 30 minutes to make and calls for simple ingredients.
Course Soup
Cuisine Indian-Inspired
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 124kcal
Author Melissa Huggins

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or preferred oil
  • 1 small onion , diced small (1 cup)
  • 4 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 14-ounce can petite diced tomatoes , fire-roasted
  • 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas , rinsed and drained
  • 1 14-ounce can full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups vegetable broth low sodium (more if needed)
  • 2-3 teaspoons agave nectar or any sweetener
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt , more to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 lime , juiced

For Serving

  • Chopped cilantro
  • Lime wedges
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Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the onion and sauté until translucent. About 2-3 minutes.
  • Add garlic and ginger. Sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant.
  • Now add the tomato paste, curry powder, and pepper flakes. Sauté until fragrant, about 30-60 seconds.
  • Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, broth, coconut milk, agave, and salt. Stir and scrape the bottom to release any browned bits. Raise heat to bring to a high simmer, then cover with a lid and reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors. Stir occasionally.
  • Now Remove the lid and simmer for another five minutes to reduce and thicken slightly.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice and sprinkle with cilantro. Taste for seasoning and add more if needed. Serve with lime wedges and more cilantro.

Notes

This soup has a thinnish, brothy, and slightly creamy consistency. If you want a thicker consistency, you can reduce the broth in the recipe or cook the soup down longer uncovered on the stove. 
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Nutrition

Serving: 2cups | Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 409mg | Sugar: 5g