Easy Bean Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and wholesome Easy Bean Soup, a comforting recipe that's packed with flavor and effortless to prepare. This savory soup combines a medley of tender vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery with protein-rich canned beans and zesty diced tomatoes, all simmered in a fragrant broth seasoned with thyme, oregano, and bay leaf. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a rich, satisfying meal that’s naturally vegan and gluten-free. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and serve it alongside crusty bread for the ultimate cozy dinner. Easy Bean Soup is the go-to recipe for a nutritious, budget-friendly dish that the whole family will love!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 2 15-ounce cans canned beans (e.g., kidney, black, or white), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, or until fragrant.

4. Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) to the pot and stir to combine.

5. Stir in the drained and rinsed beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. Remove the bay leaf and discard it. Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed.

8. Serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (562.5g)

Calories		339
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		12.4 g	16%
	Saturated Fat	2.2 g	11%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.7 g
Cholesterol		2 mg	1%
Sodium		1353 mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate		45.6 g	17%
	Dietary Fiber	12.9 g	46%
	Total Sugars	10.7 g
Protein		13.5 g	27%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		151 mg	12%
Iron		4.5 mg	25%
Potassium		1228 mg	26%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 453 cal (32.5%%)

Protein: 212 cal (15.2%%)

Carbs: 729 cal (52.3%%)