Quick and Spicy White Bean Soup Cajun Style
Get ready to spice up your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Quick and Spicy White Bean Soup Cajun Style! Perfect for busy evenings, this hearty, one-pot soup combines tender white beans, vibrant vegetables, and the bold kick of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne for extra heat. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a warm, comforting bowl of goodness enriched with the smoky depth of spices and fresh, colorful garnishes like green onions and parsley. This gluten-free recipe is ideal for those craving a quick and wholesome meal, effortlessly paired with crusty bread or cornbread for the ultimate experience. Whether you're seeking a taste of the South or simply love robust, spicy flavors, this soup is destined to be a staple in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 large bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups white beans, canned, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes, canned (with juices)
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, celery, carrot, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
Add the drained and rinsed white beans, vegetable broth, diced tomatoes (with their juices), bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning if desired.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.
Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1288 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7424 mg | 323% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 191.1 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 51.4 g | 184% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.6 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 620 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 18.8 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 4914 mg | 105% | |
*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.
