Moroccan-Style Chickpea & Cauliflower Soup [vegan + gluten-free]

This Moroccan-style chickpea and cauliflower soup is a vegan friendly version of this traditional soup. Cauliflower adds a meaty texture and soaks up so much of the beautiful flavours. Seasoned with smoked paprika and cinnamon and loaded with chickpeas, this fragrant dish is hearty, satisfying and flavorful. Serve with fresh squeezed lemon and cilantro or parsley.

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Flavorful and fragrant Moroccan-style chickpea and cauliflower Soup

Today's recipe is one that makes me smile. If you've yet to enjoy a savory dish spiced with cinnamon, you must try this recipe. The fusion of flavours is outstanding; this recipe is so good!

Chickpeas are the star of this dish, with their perfect size, taste and outstanding nutrition. Serve with fresh squeezed lemon and cilantro or parsley.

This version of Moroccan chickpea soup is:

• vegan
• gluten-free
• contains fiber and protein
• flavorful & fragrant
• hearty & satisfying
• nutritious
• freezer friendly

What you'll need

The ingredient list for this recipe is as follows. Proportions and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.

• olive oil
• yellow onion
• garlic cloves
• carrot
• celery stalks
• fresh cauliflower cut into small florets
• ground cumin
• cinnamon
• cayenne pepper
• smoked paprika
• vegetable broth
• a can of diced tomatoes or use fresh chopped tomatoes
• cooked chickpeas rinsed and drained
• salt and pepper
• fresh lemon juice
• fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Cauliflower for a meaty texture

Cauliflower florets adds a meaty texture. Plus, cauliflowers neutral taste soaks up so much flavour which makes this Moroccan chickpea soup somewhat better the next day.

Reduce the amount of broth for a stew consistency

You can reduce the amount of broth by a ½ a cup for a more stew-like consistency.  Chickpeas add protein and fiber which, in turn, makes this soup quite substantial already, along with all the cauliflower.

Storing Moroccan-style Chickpea and cauliflower Soup

When it comes to meal prep, you can double this recipe and cook it in a larger pot. Let the soup cool to room temperature and portion some in freezer safe containers or bags.  The soups will last about 2-3 months frozen.

Defrost the soup overnight in the fridge and then place it in a soup pot, stirring occasionally, to reheat it. Moreover, you can skip the fridge defrosting and simply place the frozen soup directly into a soup pot. Reheat it over low until defrosted, stirring occasionally. Always bring the soup to a simmer, stirring occasionally, to ensure it's thoroughly heated.

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Moroccan-Style Chickpea Cauliflower Soup

This simple Moroccan-style chickpea cauliflower soup features cauliflower and chickpeas for a meaty, hearty texture. This fragrant and flavorful soup is seasoned with smoked paprika and cinnamon similar to the traditional Moroccan soup. Serve with fresh squeezed lemon and cilantro or parsley.

Course Main Course

Cuisine African

Keyword moroccan chickpea soup, vegan moroccan chickpea soup

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 237 kcal

Author Heidi Richter

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ½ large yellow onion chopped
• 2 cloves garlic chopped
• 1 medium carrot chopped
• 2 stalks celery chopped
• 1 heaping cup cauliflower cut into small florets
• 2 teaspoon ground cumin
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 ½ cups vegetable broth
• 1-14 oz can diced tomatoes or use fresh chopped tomatoes
• 2 cups cooked chickpeas rinsed and drained
• Salt + Pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon
• fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over medium then add the onion, celery, carrot, cauliflower and garlic. Saute until the vegetables are softened (about 8 minutes). Stir in the spices and cook for another 2 minutes.

2. Increase the heat to medium high then add the vegetable broth, tomatoes and chickpeas. Bring to a boil then reduce the heat to simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Serve with fresh squeezed lemon juice and chopped cilantro or parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Moroccan-Style Chickpea Cauliflower Soup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 662mg29%

Potassium 806mg23%

Carbohydrates 38g13%

Fiber 11g46%

Sugar 10g11%

Protein 11g22%

Vitamin A 3044IU61%

Vitamin C 88mg107%

Calcium 99mg10%

Iron 4mg22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. This is an approximation of the nutrition offered in this recipe, and is created using a nutrition calculator. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee accuracy. If your health depends on nutrition information, please calculate again with your preferred calculator.