Low Sodium Hearty Green Bean Soup
Cozy up with a steaming bowl of **Low Sodium Hearty Green Bean Soup**, a flavorful and wholesome meal packed with fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs. This heart-healthy recipe combines tender green beans, carrots, celery, potatoes, and a medley of seasonings like thyme, oregano, and a hint of lemon for a vibrant and satisfying flavor. Made with low-sodium vegetable broth and unsalted tomato paste, this soup is perfect for anyone mindful of their salt intake without compromising on taste. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this nutritious one-pot dish is ready to warm your soul in under an hour. Serve it as a comforting dinner or pair it with crusty bread for a complete and nourishing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 pound fresh green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5 minutes or until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and stir for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the diced carrots, chopped celery, and cubed potatoes. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Stir in the fresh green beans and pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth.
Add the bay leaf, dried thyme, and dried oregano to the pot.
Season the soup with freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Stir in the unsalted tomato paste until well combined.
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
Cover the pot and let it cook for about 25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Remove the bay leaf and discard it.
Stir in the fresh parsley and lemon juice.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the low-sodium preference.
Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1263 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 175.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.9 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.1 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 674 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 6289 mg | 134% | |
*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.
