Creating Tuscan Chickpea Soup is simple when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil. Allow it to heat for a minute.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Combine Ingredients: Add the drained chickpeas, diced tomatoes (with juice), vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
5. Season: Bring the soup to a simmer and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Cook: Allow the soup to simmer for about 20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
7. Add Greens: In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in the fresh spinach or kale until wilted.
8. Remove Bay Leaf: Once the soup is cooked, remove the bay leaf before serving.
9. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley if desired.

These steps will guide you in crafting a bowl of Tuscan Chickpea Soup that is not only delicious but also nourishing.