Hearty Vegetable and Bean Soup

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 30 minutes

Perfect for a cozy dinner or a comforting lunch, this soup is a true crowd-pleaser.

Warm your soul with this comforting Hearty Vegetable and Bean Soup. A flavorful broth base infused with wholesome vegetables and protein-packed beans makes this soup a nourishing and satisfying meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 6 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 200

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 large carrots, diced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 zucchini, diced
1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cooked mixed beans (e.g., kidney beans, chickpeas, black beans)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 bay leaf
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Crusty whole-grain bread for serving

Steps

Step 1

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 2

Stir in the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 3

Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add the cooked mixed beans, dried thyme, dried oregano, and bay leaf.

Step 4

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to become tender.

Step 5

Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 6

Ladle the Hearty Vegetable and Bean Soup into bowls, and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with crusty whole-grain bread on the side for a wholesome and fulfilling meal.

Make it your own!

Enhance the soup's flavor with a splash of balsamic vinegar or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Add a handful of spinach or kale for an extra boost of green goodness.