Vegan Hearty Green Bean Soup

Cozy up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Green Bean Soup, a nourishing and flavor-packed dish that's perfect for any season. This comforting soup shines with tender green beans, hearty potatoes, and vibrant carrots, all simmered in a fragrant vegetable broth infused with aromatic oregano, thyme, and bay leaf. A touch of lemon juice at the end adds a refreshing brightness, while baby spinach provides a subtle, nutrient-rich finish. Ready in under an hour, this simple yet satisfying recipe is ideal for meal prep or feeding a crowd, with a delightful balance of earthy and fresh flavors. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for an irresistibly wholesome vegan meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 2 chopped celery stalks
• 2 medium, chopped carrots
• 400 grams, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces green beans
• 2 medium, peeled and diced potatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (400 grams) diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 2

Add the chopped celery and carrots, and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the green beans and diced potatoes, coating them in the oil and aromatics.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the diced tomatoes, including their juices. Stir in the dried thyme, dried oregano, sea salt, black pepper, and bay leaf.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 25 minutes or until the potatoes and green beans are tender.

Step 6

Remove the bay leaf and discard it. Stir in the baby spinach and let it wilt for about 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Finally, stir in the lemon juice, taste, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3454.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1567.0

Total Fat 44.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 7211.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.6g	0%
Total Sugars 69.6g
Protein 53.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 899.8mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 8226.6mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 63.0%