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Study after study and there is still only good things to be said about garbanzo beans! Garbanzo beans or chickpeas are known for being high in protein but they are also high in minerals and fiber. They also have a low fat and low to sodium, when you use dried beans as opposed to canned. Studies have shown that garbanzo beans could possibly prevent heart disease, fight cancer, lower cholesterol, help manage weight and diabetes. To learn more about garbanzo bean nutrition check out this link. With all of these great benefits, there is also cost beans are inexpensive, especially in comparisons with other protein sources. Inspired to eat more legumes? Here are 7 of the best soup recipes to start using garbanzo beans. They are quick, easy and amazing. 

Soups are a great way to start eating more garbanzo beans. Garbanzo bean soups can be made on the stove, in the slow cooker or in an instant pot! If you don't think you are ready for dishes like sweet and sour garbanzo beans or falafel, soups can be a great way to start using garbanzo beans. They come in a wide variety of flavors and textures. Here are 7 of the best soup recipes to start using garbanzo beans. They are quick, easy and amazing. 

Italian Garbanzo Bean Soup {Gluten-Free - Vegan}

This tomato based garbanzo bean soup is full of vegetables and a twist of fennel seed will keep your taste buds happy the whole bowl through. Dried garbanzo beans over double in size when prepared, so when you buy canned garbanzo beans you are really just paying for water weight. This soup is easy and delicious!

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Roasted Cauliflower and Chickpea Soup

This soup has just a touch of garbanzo beans but we love it. Roasted garbanzo beans are the perfect crunchy garnish to this smooth and creamy soup. This soup is yum, it uses cauliflower, potatoes, and chickpeas in perfect harmony. 

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Tortellini Soup with Artichokes

Everyone loves a pasta soup! Garbanzo beans pair with the tortellini perfectly and the artichokes touch on the garbanzo beans Meditterrean heritage. It also has touches of cumin and paprika!

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Spanish Lentil Chili

Lentil chili will always be just the thing to warm up with on a cold day and lentil chili provides all the healthful nutrition you would expect. Lentils are loaded with vitamins and minerals as well as fiber and protein. 

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15-Minute Lentil Soup

This is a fast, hearty soup for dinner; and vegetarians and vegans can use vegetable broth. Serve with the favorite sandwich of your choice. 

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Green Split Pea Soup

Nothing is better than a delicious bowl of green split soup on a cold winter day. Plus you can put this delicious soup in a slow cooker and enjoy it as soon as you get home. In the office, we enjoy this soup both pureed and not. 

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