Chickpea Instant Pot Soup (Stovetop Option)

This versatile chickpea soup combines dried chickpeas with vegetables and Middle Eastern spices. Includes instructions for Instant Pot, stovetop, and slow cooker methods.

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My instant pot chickpea soup brings Mediterranean warmth quick easy way. Fresh veggies bold spices create hearty healthy meal works any cooking method.

Quick Comfort

Instant pot magic makes rich flavored soup minutes. Fresh herbs warm spices bright lemon create perfect bowl.

What You Need

  • Chickpeas: Canned cooked protein rich.
  • Veggies: Carrots celery onion garlic base.
  • Spices: Cumin turmeric warm depth.
  • Herbs: Fresh parsley bright finish.
  • Broth: Veggie adds rich flavor.
  • Lemon: Fresh squeeze tangy pop.

Easy Steps

Prep
Rinse chickpeas chop veggies herbs ready.
Instant Pot
Sauté veggies spices add broth beans pressure ten minutes.
Stovetop
Simmer pot forty minutes flavors blend.
Slow Cook
Everything pot six hours low done.

Health Boost

Protein fiber vitamins every bowl. Spices bring healing properties perfect balanced meal.

Cook Your Way

Works any method fits your kitchen. Quick pot slow simmer both make magic.

Prep Ahead

Perfect meal prep keeps five days fresh. Freeze portions three months quick meals ready.

Perfect Pairs

Add crusty bread fresh salad complete meal. Try hummus roasted veggies sides.

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Everyone's Favorite

Fits every diet vegan gluten free low carb. Rich flavors please whole family.

Mediterranean Love

Simple ingredients warm spices fresh herbs. Brings comfort nourishment every bowl.

Make It Yours

Add spinach zucchini coconut milk rich twist. Spice up down fits your taste.

Feed a Crowd

Double triple recipe easy sharing. Family style serving brings everyone together.

Year Round Good

Warm winter fresh spring summer perfect. Change produce seasons always delicious.

Must Try Soup

Simple bold flavors easy prep wins hearts. Perfect busy days special meals always satisfies.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why soak the chickpeas overnight?
Soaking dried chickpeas helps reduce cooking time and makes them easier to digest. It also helps them cook more evenly in the soup.
→ Can I use canned chickpeas instead?
While dried chickpeas are preferred for texture, you can use canned. Reduce cooking time significantly as they're already cooked.
→ What's the best method to cook this soup?
All methods work well - Instant Pot is fastest, slow cooker is most hands-off, and stovetop gives you the most control over texture.
→ Can I make this ahead?
Yes, the flavors actually improve after a day. Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
→ What can I substitute for Aleppo pepper?
If you can't find Aleppo pepper, use a mix of paprika and cayenne pepper, or regular red pepper flakes adjusted to taste.

Chickpea Instant Pot Soup (Stovetop Option)

A hearty chickpea soup with warm Middle Eastern spices and fresh vegetables. Can be made in an Instant Pot, on the stovetop, or in a slow cooker.

Prep Time
15 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
35 Minutes
By: Zaho

Category: Main Dishes

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Middle Eastern

Yield: 6 Servings (6 servings)

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 Dry chickpeas (2 cups).
02 Extra virgin olive oil.
03 Yellow onion, chopped (1).
04 Garlic cloves, minced (3).
05 Salt.
06 Carrots, chopped (2).
07 Green bell pepper, chopped (1).
08 Red chili peppers (3-4, optional).
09 Ground coriander (1 teaspoon).
10 Ground cumin (1 teaspoon).
11 Aleppo pepper (1 teaspoon).
12 Ground turmeric (1/2 teaspoon).
13 Ground allspice (1/2 teaspoon).
14 Chopped tomatoes with juice (15 oz can).
15 Low-sodium vegetable broth (6 cups).
16 Lemon juice (1).
17 Fresh cilantro, chopped (1 oz).

Instructions

Step 01

Soak chickpeas overnight in plenty of water, then drain.

Step 02

Cook onions, garlic, vegetables and spices in Instant Pot.

Step 03

Add chickpeas, tomatoes, broth and cook on high 15-25 minutes.

Step 04

Let pressure release naturally or quick release after 10 minutes.

Step 05

Stir in lemon juice and cilantro, drizzle with olive oil.

Notes

  1. Multiple cooking methods possible.
  2. Better next day.
  3. Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated.

Tools You'll Need

  • Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
  • Large bowl for soaking.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 285
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
  • Protein: 12 g