This vegan garlic chickpea soup is the ultimate comfort food — easy to make, incredibly creamy, and packed with flavor. Made from pantry staples like canned chickpeas, garlic, herbs, and potato, it comes together in under 30 minutes for a satisfying, nourishing meal.
Whether you’re short on time or just need something cozy, this soup is the perfect go-to. Bonus: it’s naturally vegan, gluten-free, and budget-friendly.
🥣 Why You’ll Love This Chickpea Soup
- Quick & easy – Done in 30 minutes
- Creamy & comforting – No dairy needed
- Nutrient-dense – High in fiber and plant-based protein
- Made from simple ingredients – Mostly pantry staples
- Flexible – Easy to customize with your favorite add-ins
Serve it with crusty bread, garlic pesto toast, or a side of focaccia — and you’ve got a no-fuss, hearty dinner ready to go.
🧄 Ingredients You’ll Need
- Olive oil – For sautéing
- Garlic – The star of the show, use fresh cloves
- Chickpeas – 2 cans (one blended, one whole for texture)
- Potato – Adds creaminess and heartiness
- Vegetable broth – Use low-sodium for better control of salt
- Dried herbs – Rosemary, thyme, paprika
- Chili flakes – For a subtle kick
- Salt & pepper – To taste
Tip: Use homemade broth or broth cubes dissolved in hot water for a simple flavor boost.
🥄 How to Make Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup
Here’s a quick breakdown — full recipe below!
- Blend half the chickpeas
Add one can of chickpeas (with liquid) to a blender and purée until smooth. - Sauté the garlic
Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. - Add remaining ingredients
Stir in the puréed chickpeas, second can of drained chickpeas, diced potato, spices, and broth. - Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. - Season and serve
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot with an optional drizzle of olive oil and a side of crusty bread.
🥬 Recipe Variations & Add-Ins
This soup is super versatile. Try these twists:
- Start with soffritto: Add sautéed onion, carrot, and celery for more depth
- Swap chickpeas for white beans
- Add greens: Stir in spinach or kale in the last few minutes
- Splash of white wine: Deglaze after sautéing garlic for extra flavor
- Top with garlic parsley pesto for a herby finish
🧊 Storage & Meal Prep Tips
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days
- Freezer: Freeze in portions for up to 2 months (leave room for expansion)
- Reheat: Warm gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of water or broth if needed
❤️ More Cozy Vegan Soup Recipes
Looking for more warming vegan soups packed with protein and flavor? Try these:
- Italian White Bean Soup – Simple and full of flavor
- Green Lentil Soup – Thick, spicy, and satisfying
- Spicy Red Lentil Soup – With turmeric and cumin
- Mediterranean Chickpea Soup – A zesty twist on the classic
📌 Vegan Garlic Chickpea Soup Recipe
Author: Katia
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🍲 Servings: 3 generous bowls (or 4 smaller ones)
🌱 Diet: Vegan, Gluten-Free
⭐️ Rating: 4.85 from 90+ reviews
✏️ Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil (plus more for serving)
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ¼ tsp chili flakes
- 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas
- 1 large potato (approx. 6 oz), diced
- 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- Salt & pepper to taste
🔪 Instructions
- Purée 1 can of chickpeas (with liquid) in a blender until smooth.
- In a soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the puréed chickpeas, second can of drained chickpeas, diced potato, herbs, paprika, chili flakes, and pepper.
- Pour in broth and stir well. Cover, bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot, drizzled with olive oil and a side of crusty bread.
🧾 Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: 252
- Protein: 10g
- Carbs: 37g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 10g
- Sodium: 729mg
Nutritional info is approximate and will vary based on brand and serving size.