Chickpea Soup
Chickpea Soup is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. If using dried chickpeas, place in a medium bowl and add cold water to cover by 2".
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionIf using dried chickpeas, place in a medium bowl and add cold water to cover by 2".
Let soak overnight in refrigerator.
Drain chickpeas.
Heat oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
Add onions, garlic, and thyme sprig; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft, 10-15 minutes.
Add chickpeas and wine.
Bring to a rapid simmer; cook until wine is reduced by half, about 2 minutes.
Add broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chickpeas are very soft, 1 1/2-2 hours for dried chickpeas, or about 30 minutes for canned.
Discard thyme sprig.
Working in batches, purée chickpea mixture in a blender or with an immersion blender, adding water by 1/2-cupfuls if needed, until smooth.
Season with salt.
DO AHEAD: Chickpea soup can be made 1 day ahead.
Let cool; cover and chill.
Meanwhile, cook broccoli in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
Drain; rinse under cold water.
Reheat soup.
Divide soup among bowls and garnish with broccoli and herbs.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.