Chickpea and Tomato Soup

A hardy soup reminiscent of split pea soup. Can also be made non-vegetarian by adding 3 ounces of diced ham and substituting chicken broth for the vegetable broth.

• Ready In: 31 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1  small onion, chopped
• 1⁄4 cup  sliced mushrooms
• 1⁄4 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 1⁄8 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1  dash allspice
• 1 3⁄4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 2⁄3 cups chickpeas
• 3  whole tomatoes, peeled and seeded

Directions

1. Mix the onions, mushrooms, oil, garlic, paprika and allspice in a sauce pan.
2. Cook for 1 minute over medium high heat.
3. Add broth, chickpeas and tomatoes.
4. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Puree the soup in a blender or food processor.
6. Reheat and serve.