Lima Bean Tomato Soup
Cozy up with a bowl of hearty and nourishing Lima Bean Tomato Soup, a comforting dish that's packed with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This savory soup combines tender lima beans, sweet carrots, aromatic garlic, and the rich tang of diced tomatoes, all simmered to perfection in a fragrant vegetable broth infused with thyme and smoked paprika. A touch of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty finish, while optional baby spinach elevates the nutrition and color. Ready in just 45 minutes, this one-pot recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a vegan, gluten-free option that's as healthy as it is delicious. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying meal that warms from the inside out!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 medium celery stalk, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups frozen lima beans
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice) and tomato paste to the pot. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Add the frozen lima beans, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to mix evenly.
Lower the heat to a simmer, cover the pot, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
If using baby spinach, stir it into the soup during the last 5 minutes of cooking, allowing it to wilt.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed with additional salt or pepper.
Serve the soup hot with crusty bread or a side of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.7 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.1 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 5422 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.6 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.9 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 624 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 22.1 mg | 123% | |
| Potassium | 6201 mg | 132% | |
*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.
