Sugar-Free Hearty Red Bean Soup

Warm up your day with this comforting Sugar-Free Hearty Red Bean Soup, a wholesome and nutrient-packed recipe brimming with bold flavors and vibrant veggies. Perfect for those seeking a satisfying yet guilt-free meal, this soup features protein-rich dried red beans, savory aromatics like garlic and onion, and a medley of fresh vegetables, all simmered in a fragrant broth seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Completely free of added sugars, this one-pot wonder is not only heart-healthy but also easy to make with a simple soak-and-simmer technique. Ready in just over an hour and yielding six generous servings, it’s the ideal go-to recipe for a weeknight dinner or meal prep. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this rich and hearty soup is best served hot and pairs perfectly with crusty bread or a crisp side salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup dried red beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried red beans under cold water. Place them in a large bowl and cover with fresh water. Allow to soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic, diced carrots, diced celery, and diced red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the drained red beans, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), and vegetable broth. Add the bay leaves, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves from the soup. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving for added freshness.

Step 9

Serve the soup hot, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2619.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1858.0

Total Fat 57.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.5g
Cholesterol 8.2mg	0%
Sodium 6465.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 269.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 69.2g	0%
Total Sugars 57.2g
Protein 81.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 801.6mg	0%
Iron 27.5mg	0%
Potassium 7913.3mg	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: 26.8%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 56.2%