Hearty Spinach and Chickpea Soup

Gluten Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Hearty Spinach and Chickpea Soup
45 min.
4
650kcal

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This hearty spinach and chickpea soup is a delicious and healthy meal option, perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner. With a 100% health score, this soup is packed with nutrients and is both gluten-free and vegan-friendly. The star ingredients, spinach and chickpeas, provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, while the addition of brown rice adds a hearty texture and even more nutritional benefits. This soup is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, with mushrooms, onions, and garlic adding depth of flavor and a boost of antioxidants.

One of the best things about this recipe is its versatility. You can easily customize it to your taste preferences or dietary needs. Feel free to add more spices or herbs, such as cumin or thyme, to give it an extra kick of flavor. If you're a cheese lover, you can sprinkle some extra Parmesan on top or add a dollop of creamy Greek yogurt for a tangy twist. For those who prefer a thinner soup, simply adjust the amount of vegetable broth to your desired consistency.

Not only is this soup nutritious and flavorful, but it's also a breeze to prepare. With a total time of just 45 minutes, it's a convenient option for a quick and healthy meal. So, if you're looking for a satisfying and wholesome dish to warm you up on a chilly day, this hearty spinach and chickpea soup is definitely one to add to your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients

  • 10 ounces baby spinach 
  • cups brown rice uncooked
  • 15 ounces garbanzo beans drained and rinsed canned
  • servings coarse salt to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon rosemary dried crumbled
  • cups mushroom caps fresh thinly sliced
  • cloves garlic minced
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • medium onion finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cups vegetable broth reduced-sodium

Equipment

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories650kcal
    Protein14.9%
    Fat17.45%
    Carbs67.65%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    72.52
    Glycemic Load
    48.65
    Inflammation Score
    -10
    Nutrition Score
    48.72347826087%

    Flavonoids

    Apigenin
    0.01mg
    Luteolin
    0.53mg
    Isorhamnetin
    1.38mg
    Kaempferol
    4.7mg
    Myricetin
    0.28mg
    Quercetin
    8.42mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:649.94kcal
    32.5%
    Fat:13.04g
    20.06%
    Saturated Fat:3.21g
    20.03%
    Carbohydrates:113.74g
    37.91%
    Net Carbohydrates:96.61g
    35.13%
    Sugar:8.38g
    9.31%
    Cholesterol:10.88mg
    3.63%
    Sodium:789.65mg
    34.33%
    Protein:25.06g
    50.11%
    Vitamin K:344.78µg
    328.36%
    Manganese:5.65mg
    282.65%
    Vitamin A:6770.98IU
    135.42%
    Vitamin B6:1.85mg
    92.44%
    Phosphorus:713.23mg
    71.32%
    Fiber:17.13g
    68.53%
    Magnesium:273.28mg
    68.32%
    Vitamin B3:13.56mg
    67.79%
    Folate:218.51µg
    54.63%
    Vitamin B5:5.26mg
    52.56%
    Potassium:1559.56mg
    44.56%
    Vitamin B2:0.73mg
    43.14%
    Copper:0.86mg
    42.96%
    Zinc:5.96mg
    39.75%
    Vitamin B1:0.53mg
    35.64%
    Iron:6.03mg
    33.5%
    Selenium:20.44µg
    29.21%
    Vitamin C:22.53mg
    27.31%
    Calcium:263.1mg
    26.31%
    Vitamin E:2.01mg
    13.42%
    Vitamin D:0.97µg
    6.44%
    Vitamin B12:0.17µg
    2.81%