Vegan Hearty Macaroni Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Vegan Hearty Macaroni Soup, a comforting one-pot meal brimming with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. This plant-based soup combines tender macaroni, protein-packed kidney and black beans, and vibrant fresh spinach in a rich tomato and vegetable broth that's infused with aromatic thyme and basil. Perfect for busy weeknights and meal prepping, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes and delivers six hearty servings of pure satisfaction. Whether you're craving a nourishing lunch or a crowd-pleasing dinner, this vegan soup is a deliciously filling option that’s made entirely from pantry-friendly staples and fresh vegetables. Serve it steaming hot with a crusty slice of bread for a cozy, healthful meal everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 15 ounces diced tomatoes, canned
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 ounces kidney beans, canned and drained
• 15 ounces black beans, canned and drained
• 1.5 cups small macaroni
• 3 cups spinach, fresh and chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Stir in the drained kidney beans and black beans, then add the small macaroni.

Step 7

Cook the soup for another 10 minutes, or until the macaroni is tender but still al dente.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh chopped spinach and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 9

Taste for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3639.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3008.5

Total Fat 50.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8202.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 522.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 89.5g	0%
Total Sugars 55.2g
Protein 131.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1019.3mg	0%
Iron 35.3mg	0%
Potassium 8586.5mg	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: 14.9%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 68.0%