Easy Italian Bean Soup
Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Easy Italian Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week. Featuring a vibrant medley of vegetables, creamy cannellini beans, and tender red kidney beans, this one-pot wonder is seasoned with classic Italian herbs for a burst of comforting flavor in every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping, offering six generous servings of nutritious, satisfying soup. Fresh baby spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients, while optional grated parmesan cheese brings a touch of indulgence. Perfect as a stand-alone meal or paired with warm, crusty bread, this soup is a cozy and delicious way to celebrate simple, wholesome ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 medium celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 15 ounces canned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 cups baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, red kidney beans, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Season the soup with Italian seasoning, salt, and ground black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, partially covered.
Stir in the baby spinach leaves and let them wilt, about 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
Optionally, top with grated parmesan cheese for extra flavor before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.3 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 6 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 937 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.8 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.3 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1072 mg | 23% | |
*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.
