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Macaroni Chick-Pea Soup

Macaroni Chick-Pea Soup

24 Ratings
24 Ratings
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Macaroni Chick-Pea Soup
Makes: 4 servings
Total Cost: $$$$

This savory soup is packed with tomatoes, green beans, and chickpeas. The recipe also doubles easily if leftovers are desired or if you are making it for a large group.

Ingredients

  • 3 1/2 cups chicken broth, fat-free, low sodium
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 3/4 cups macaroni (dry)
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery flakes (or onion powder)
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 cup stewed tomatoes, no-salt
  • 1 cup green beans
  • 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.
  2. In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low.
  3. Add macaroni, celery flakes, and oregano. Simmer 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add stewed tomatoes, green beans, chick-peas (drained), and garlic powder.
  5. Simmer 5 minutes, or until macaroni and beans are tender.
Source:

University of Connecticut Family Nutrition Program
Senior Nutrition Awareness Project (SNAP) Newsletters

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups prepared soup, 1/4 of recipe (536g)
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 343
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 251 mg
Carbohydrates 60 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 83 mg
Iron 4 mg
Potassium 622 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 343
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Linoleic Acid 2 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 60 g
Dietary Fiber 9 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 18 g
Minerals
Calcium 83 mg
Potassium 622 mg
Sodium 251 mg
Copper 462 mcg
Iron 4 mg
Magnesium 66 mg
Phosphorus 256 mg
Selenium 30 mcg
Zinc 2 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 14 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.3 mg
Vitamin B12 0.2 mcg
Vitamin C 10 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 10 mcg
Folate 204 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.4 mg
Riboflavin 0.3 mg
Niacin 6 mg
Choline 56 mg

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Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1 cups
Grains 1 1/2 ounces
Protein Foods 1 1/2 ounces

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I'm normally not crazy about green beans, but they are perfect in this soup. I use whole wheat macaroni, and it is delicious!
02/21/11
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