Name: Vegan Chickpea Gnocchi Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 cup sliced carrot; 1 cup sliced celery; 6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried sage; 32 oz. vegetable broth; 1 (13.5 oz.) can full-fat coconut milk; 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained; 16 oz. frozen vegan potato gnocchi; 1 cup shredded vegan Parmesan, optional; 2 cups fresh chopped kale or spinach; 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; Kosher salt; Fresh cracked pepper; Fresh chopped parsley

Description

Vegan Chickpea Gnocchi Soup is the ultimate comfort food for those chilly nights or busy weeknights when you crave something hearty yet wholesome. This delightful soup features tender, vegan potato gnocchi nestled among a colorful array of fresh vegetables, all swimming in a rich and creamy coconut milk broth. Bursting with flavor from aromatic herbs, this dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but it’s also packed with plant-based protein and nutrients.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
1 cup sliced carrot
1 cup sliced celery
6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried sage
32 oz. vegetable broth
1 (13.5 oz.) can full-fat coconut milk
1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained
16 oz. frozen vegan potato gnocchi
1 cup shredded vegan Parmesan, optional
2 cups fresh chopped kale or spinach
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt
Fresh cracked pepper
Fresh chopped parsley

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté diced onion, sliced carrots, and celery with salt and pepper for 8 minutes until softened.
Add sliced garlic, thyme, oregano, and sage; cook for an additional minute.
Stir in drained chickpeas and frozen gnocchi.
Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk; season with salt and pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat.
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 6-10 minutes until the gnocchi is cooked through.
Remove from heat; stir in shredded vegan Parmesan until melted.
Mix in chopped kale or spinach along with apple cider vinegar; adjust seasoning.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: One-Pot
Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For added creaminess, consider using cashew cream instead of coconut milk. Feel free to add extra vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers for more color and texture.