Green Bean and Ham Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Green Bean and Ham Soup, a hearty and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for family dinners or make-ahead meals. Brimming with tender green beans, smoky diced ham, and a medley of colorful vegetables like carrots, celery, and onions, this recipe pairs wholesome ingredients with aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaves for a rich, savory broth. Russet potatoes add a touch of creamy texture, making this soup as nourishing as it is satisfying. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and ready in under an hour, this one-pot wonder is ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and crusty bread for a cozy, well-rounded meal everyone will love. Your search for the ultimate comfort food stops here!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups ham, diced
• 6 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced
• 2 cups fresh green beans, trimmed and halved
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the diced ham to the pot and stir to combine with the sautéed vegetables.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and add the diced potato, green beans, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes and green beans are tender.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaves before serving.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm with crusty bread or a side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3052.2 grams (3052.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1541

Total Fat 60.10g	77%
Saturated Fat 14.30g	72%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 250mg	83%
Sodium 13823mg	601%
Total Carbohydrate 123.40g	45%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 38.00g
Protein 130.40g	261%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449mg	35%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 4763mg	101%

*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: 34.8%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 31.7%