Mexican Chickpea Noodle Soup

Portion Size: 1 cup

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
6 cups reduced sodium chicken 
1 (15 oz.) can chick peas (garbanzo beans) No added salt variety.Drained and rinsed. 
2 tablespoons cup olive oil
2 tablespoons  cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup frozen sweet white corn
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
1 teaspoon chili powder
2 cups chunky salsa
¼ pound spaghetti noodles or linguini. 
1/2 cup   Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
¼  cup green onionWashed, trimmed and sliced. 
2 tablespoons lime juice 
¼ cup light sour cream (optional)
Avocado slices (optional) 
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro Washed, trimmed and chopped

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a large soup kettle, heat oil.  Add the garlic, cumin and flour. Mix well.
2Add the broth, corn, chickpeas, onion, chili powder, and salsa.  Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-30 minutes. Just before serving, add noodles and cook until tender. About 8-10 minutes. Stir in lime juice.  Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3To serve, scoop into bowl and top with avocado, cilantro cheese, and green onion. Top with sour cream 
To make this recipe gluten free: Use GF broth, GF noodles and pasta and GF flour. Always check all ingredients to be sure they are gluten free.
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Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates