Description
Dive into the comfort of our Ultimate 15 Bean Soup, a hearty and healthy recipe filled with a variety of beans and flavorful vegetables. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for any season and packed with nutrients, making it a satisfying meal for families and friends. Follow our simple instructions to create this delicious and comforting dish that’s sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb mixed dry beans (15 types)
- 8 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: ham hock or vegan substitute
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and sort the beans. Soak overnight in plenty of cold water.
- Drain and rinse the beans, then place them in a large pot. Add fresh water or vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, adding the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and ham hock (if using). Cover and cook for about 1.5 hours.
- Add the diced tomatoes, thyme, cumin, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper. Continue to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the beans are tender.
- Remove the bay leaf (and ham hock if used) before serving. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the types of beans based on availability or preference.
- This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together.
- For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 5g
- Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
Keywords: bean soup, legume soup, hearty meal, healthy recipe