Zesty 30 Minute Bean Soup
Warm up your day with a bowl of zesty 30-minute bean soup—an easy, wholesome recipe that’s bursting with bold flavors and comes together in no time! Packed with hearty mixed beans, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this soup strikes the perfect balance of comfort and zest. A splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkling of parsley add a refreshing pop to every spoonful. Whether served on its own or paired with crusty bread or rice, this nutritious, one-pot meal is a lifesaver for busy weeknights. Plus, it’s entirely plant-based, making it a perfect choice for vegans and vegetarians alike. Ready in just half an hour, it’s the ultimate go-to recipe for quick, satisfying, and flavor-packed meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 2 15-ounce cans canned mixed beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium lemon, juiced
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, canned mixed beans, and vegetable broth.
Add the cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and chopped parsley just before serving for a zesty, fresh finish.
Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.2 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6181 mg | 269% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.9 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 64.9 g | 232% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.3 g | ||
| Protein | 70.1 g | 140% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 681 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 5265 mg | 112% | |
*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.
