Step 1

In a large saute pan or deep skillet heat olive oil.

Step 2

Add leeks and cook on medium-high heat for 7 minutes or until translucent

Step 3

Add tomato paste, salt, and spices and cook for 3 minutes

Step 4

Add chopped tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes

Step 5

Add Swiss chard, chickpeas, zucchini, veggie broth, and bay leaves bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer covered for 20 minutes or until all the flavors have come together.

Step 6

Serve over rice, ramen noodles, soba noodles, or quinoa.