Easy Garbanzo Bean Soup

Easy Garbanzo Bean Soup – hearty, healthy protein packed soup in 30 minutes. Loaded with vegetables and a rich tomato broth.

This is an easy recipe that yields plenty of delicious, comforting flavor. It’s versatile – add any leftover vegetables from the fridge – or ramp it up with even more beans.

Why this recipe works:

• Simple soup, whips up quickly – ideal for busy weeknights, cozy meals and easy lunches.
• It’s a great make-ahead recipe. Freezes well!
• Made from basic grocery store ingredients.
• This soup makes eating healthier easy and delicious.
• Can be made vegetarian.
• It’s budget-friendly.

What’s in this Garbanzo Bean Soup recipe?

The list may look long to you but check your pantry before shopping. You may already have many of the ingredients.

• olive oil
• yellow onion
• carrots
• celery
• garlic cloves
• salt and pepper
• tomato paste
• canned crushed tomatoes
• canned diced tomatoes
• chicken bone broth (can use chicken stock or broth)
• canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• dry Italian seasoning
• ditalini (or other small pasta)
• fresh spinach
• fresh parsley
• parmesan cheese (for serving)

NOTE: Dried chickpeas aren’t recommended as they take much longer to cook.

How to make Garbanzo Bean Soup:

To a large pot or dutch oven add olive oil over medium heat on the stove top. Drop the carrots, onion and celery into the soup pot. Season lightly with salt and pepper then cook 6-8 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Reduce the heat to low then grate in the garlic, add tomato paste and dry Italian seasoning. Cook 1 minute.

Next stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken stock, 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Add the rinsed and drained garbanzo beans. Increase the heat to bring the soup to a boil then reduce the heat and simmer 10 minutes (covered).

Next add the pasta and spinach. Simmer another 9-12 minutes or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick to the bottom of the pot.

Stir in the parsley then taste and add additional salt or pepper to your liking. If you want the soup thinner, add the remaining chicken stock. Serve hot with a sprinkle of parmesan cheese over each bowl.

Tips and FAQ:

What is the difference in chickpeas and garbanzo beans? Nothing! It’s the same thing.

Is garbanzo bean (chickpea) soup good for you? Yes – this hearty Chickpea Soup (garbanzo bean) is loaded with vitamins, fiber and protein.

What else can I do with a can of garbanzo beans? Try this easy homemade Hummus  – it whips up in 10 minutes with just 6 ingredients and tastes way better than prepackaged.

Are garbanzo beans a superfood? Garbanzo beans – chickpeas – come from a plant and are considered both a protein and a vegetable. Some people say they’re a superfood.

Should you rinse canned garbanzo beans? Yes rinse the beans to get rid of the starchy liquid they’re packed so you control the amount of salt in your soup.

Subs and variations to this recipe:

• Sub cannellini beans, white beans or black beans for chickpeas.
• Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick to the soup.
• Sauté green pepper with the onions and carrots for even more flavor.
• Add more vegetables – green beans, zucchini, butternut squash.
• For a vegetarian option, substitute equal parts vegetable broth for chicken stock.

More popular soup recipes:

Minestrone Soup – like Olive Garden, but way better. Loaded with vegetables, beans and a deep, rich tomato-herb broth.

Roasted Cauliflower Soup – creamy, hearty soup with roasted cauliflower plus other vegetables and full with delicious flavor.

Broccoli Cheese Soup – creamy with tender fresh broccoli in every bite and plenty of cheddar cheese.

Classic Creamy Tomato Soup – homemade tomato soup from canned tomatoes, fresh herbs and cream in under 30 minutes.

How to store Garbanzo Bean Soup:

Cool soup to room temperature then transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate up to 3 days.

Freeze this soup in individual freezer-safe containers (16-20 ounces) up to 3 months for a quick lunch or dinner.

Enjoy!

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