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!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, celery, carrot, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or Cajun seasoning if desired.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions and chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2402.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1288.2

Total Fat 40.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7424.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 191.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 51.4g	0%
Total Sugars 46.6g
Protein 52.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 620.5mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 4913.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 57.1%