Green String Bean Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Dive into a comforting bowl of Green String Bean Soup, a wholesome and hearty recipe that's packed with fresh vegetables and vibrant flavors. This one-pot wonder combines tender green beans, carrots, celery, and potatoes simmered in a savory vegetable broth infused with garlic, thyme, and a hint of bay leaf. Ready in just 45 minutes, this soup is as quick as it is nutritious, making it perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s an easy, plant-based meal that’s both satisfying and highly customizable. Whether you're looking for a light lunch or a healthy starter, this vibrant green string bean soup is sure to please.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 500 grams green string beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 large potato, peeled and diced
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

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

2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until translucent.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

4. Add the green string beans, diced carrots, celery, and potato to the pot. Stir well to combine.

5. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaf and dried thyme.

6. Season with salt and black pepper.

7. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

8. Remove the bay leaf and discard.

9. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

10. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (647.9g)

Calories		307
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		10.4 g	13%
	Saturated Fat	1.9 g	10%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	1.3 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		1401 mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate		47.9 g	17%
	Dietary Fiber	11.0 g	39%
	Total Sugars	13.0 g
Protein		10.4 g	21%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		154 mg	12%
Iron		3.9 mg	22%
Potassium		1445 mg	31%

*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: 368 cal (28.3%%)

Protein: 170 cal (13.1%%)

Carbs: 764 cal (58.6%%)