Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 large carrots (chopped)
  • 3 celery ribs (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 15- ounce canned chickpeas (rinsed/drained)
  • 8 ounces rotini pasta (or other pasta)
  • Fresh parsley for serving

Instruction

  • In a large pot or saucepan, heat olive over medium high heat. Add onions, carrots and celery and cook until slightly softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and thyme, and season with salt and pepper; and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  • Add vegetable broth and bring mixture to a boil. Then add the chickpeas and pasta, reduce heat and simmer covered for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.