Vegan Hearty Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Bean Soup, a flavor-packed and nourishing recipe that’s perfect for chilly evenings or meal prepping. Loaded with a trio of protein-rich beans—kidney, black, and pinto—and nutrient-dense kale, this wholesome soup is simmered in a savory blend of garlic, herbs, and tangy tomato broth. Sautéed aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion add depth, while a splash of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. This one-pot wonder comes together in just under an hour, making it a simple yet satisfying choice for a healthy weeknight dinner. Pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate plant-based comfort food feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 90/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 2 medium, sliced carrots
• 2 medium, sliced celery stalks
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 14.5 ounces (1 can) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 15 ounces (1 can), drained and rinsed canned kidney beans
• 15 ounces (1 can), drained and rinsed canned black beans
• 15 ounces (1 can), drained and rinsed canned pinto beans
• 3 cups, chopped kale
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes, bringing the mixture to a boil.

Step 5

Add the thyme, oregano, rosemary, and bay leaf to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans. Reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 7

Let the soup simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Add the chopped kale, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the kale is wilted.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and stir in the lemon juice.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt and pepper.

Step 11

Serve hot with your favorite crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(15256.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	12911.4

Total Fat 103.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.6g
Cholesterol 2mg	0%
Sodium 36742.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 2340.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 750.3g	0%
Total Sugars 92.7g
Protein 824.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4977.1mg	0%
Iron 291.1mg	0%
Potassium 51136.0mg	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: 6.8%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 68.9%