Hearty Vegetable Soup with Beans
This Hearty Vegetable Soup with Beans is what happens when comfort meets confidence in a bowl. It’s warm, flavorful, and full of “I’ve totally got this” energy. Packed with fiber-rich beans, colorful veggies, and bold seasonings, it’s the kind of meal that hugs you from the inside out. Each spoonful is pure satisfaction—healthy, filling, and totally Instagram-worthy if you’re into that kind of thing. It’s perfect for those nights when takeout feels like betrayal and you want real food without drama. Grab that pot, queen—it’s time to make soup that slaps harder than your morning coffee.
Hearty Vegetable Soup with Beans
A wholesome, comforting Hearty Vegetable Soup with Beans packed with protein, flavor, and plant-based goodness—simple to make, nourishing, and full of cozy energy.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 carrots diced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and lightly golden.
- Add carrots, celery, and zucchini. Stir and cook for 5 minutes to soften.
- Add beans, tomatoes, thyme, oregano, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir like you mean it.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes until vegetables are tender and flavors come together.
- Stir in lemon juice and garnish with parsley.
- Serve warm and bask in your healthy, culinary brilliance.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 11 g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 120%
- Vitamin C: 65%
- Iron: 15%
- Potassium: 28%
- Magnesium: 14%
Additional Notes / Tips
- Add kale or spinach near the end for a nutrition boost.
- Love spice? Toss in chili flakes for a subtle kick.
- For a creamier texture, blend a small portion and stir it back in.
- Make extra—it tastes even better the next day.
- Pair with toasted bread or a drizzle of olive oil for ultimate satisfaction.
