30 Minute Bean Soup for 2
Warm up your evening with this comforting and quick-to-make 30 Minute Bean Soup for 2. Bursting with hearty white beans, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach (optional), and the savory depth of dried thyme and oregano, this soup is a wholesome meal made with pantry staples. Perfectly seasoned and simmered in a light vegetable broth, it’s an ideal option for a cozy dinner for two—and it’s ready in just half an hour! Whether you’re looking for a nourishing weeknight meal or a satisfying starter, this soup is sure to impress with its rich flavors and simple preparation. Plus, it’s easy to customize and packed with nutrients, making it a go-to choice for busy days.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or navy beans), rinsed and drained
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup spinach or kale leaves (optional), roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional), chopped
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes and the rinsed and drained white beans. Mix well.
Pour in the vegetable broth and add the dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
If using, stir in the chopped spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking to wilt the greens.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.3 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 1099 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1258 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
