Vegetarian Pasta Fagioli

Warm, hearty, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Vegetarian Pasta Fagioli is the ultimate comfort food that will make your taste buds sing. Featuring a medley of tender beans, perfectly cooked pasta, and vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and spinach, this Italian-inspired soup is infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano for a flavorful, satisfying meal. A rich tomato and vegetable broth ties everything together, creating a nutritious, one-pot recipe that's ready in just 45 minutes. Whether garnished with fresh parsley and Parmesan or enjoyed as is, this vegetarian twist on the classic "pasta e fagioli" is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve with crusty bread for a cozy, protein-packed meal that will leave everyone around the table asking for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup small pasta, such as ditalini or elbow
• 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine, and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

Once simmering, add the drained cannellini beans and kidney beans. Continue cooking for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Stir in the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the chopped spinach to the soup, stir to incorporate, and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot in bowls, garnished with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3332.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3085.7

Total Fat 90.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.0g
Cholesterol 103.5mg	0%
Sodium 8343.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 428.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 83.4g	0%
Total Sugars 55.1g
Protein 151.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2414.4mg	0%
Iron 34.4mg	0%
Potassium 8505.6mg	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: 26.1%

Protein: 19.3%

Carbs: 54.6%