Lately I’ve been craving hearty soups, the ones that serve both as appetizers AND entrees because they’re just so darn hearty and filling. I perused through my blog networks and found some amazing recipes.
Here’s my rendition of Chickpea, Quinoa, and Tomato Soup by The Vegan Chickpea.
I’ve added more vegetables like chopped yellow bell peppers, carrots, and celery. My soup didn’t look as red because I used heirloom tomatoes that vary in color.
This soup definitely hit the spot. No need for another course when you’re eating a bowl of it.
I love the chunks and various textures of the soup, not to mention it’s super healthy so I didn’t feel guilty going for seconds. I highly suggest to give the recipe a try, especially with crackers.
An alternative to Chickpea soup (but equally hearty) would be a Cashew Cream of Mushroom soup, by Vegan Sparkles.
The soup is alot easier to make than it looks and tastes. It was soo good you’d think you’ll have to spend a paycheck to order it at a restaurant. Very gourmet yet very filling. 
When I was a kid, my family and I would go out to this white linen restaurant in the Philippines and I would always order Cream of Mushroom as appetizer. Never a time I went to that place and didn’t order that soup. So needless to say, the vegan version brought back warm memories of my childhood.
I also especially love the fact that the soup is soy free-a nice break from what I would usually use in my ingredients. Instead, the recipe asks for cashews which gave the perfect creaminess.
To add something for texture, I diced up some sauteed mushrooms and topped them on my soup, served with crackers on the side.
aww richgail! the soup looks spectacular! i am so glad you enjoyed it
i’ve made it several times and love adding more veggies to it, too! my favorites are mushrooms and broccoli 
Ooo I’ll try adding those next time.
Both of these soups sound scrumptious – but the colors in the chickpea soup are calling my name!
Hehe go for it!
I’ve been eyeing Caitlin’s soup too- it’s good to know that it’s so good!
mmmmm, this is making me want Soup Weather to hurry up and come back to Australia!
Both soups look awesome and so light. Great for the spring. I will have to try them out.
Thanks Cheyenne! How you’ve been? I’ve been missing your posts!
I am back! Took a hiatus. Posts on the way! Your site was the first one I visited
. Guess that’s because you are astig!
Awww Thanks! And welcome back!
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