Hearty Green Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of Hearty Green Bean Soup, a wholesome and flavorful dish that celebrates fresh, simple ingredients. Packed with tender green beans, earthy potatoes, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaf, this comforting soup offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Sautéed garlic, onions, and a medley of vegetables form the rich base, while a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this one-pot wonder is ready in just 45 minutes and serves up cozy goodness with every spoonful. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a nutritious, vegetarian-friendly option that’s ideal for any season.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams fresh green beans
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 units garlic cloves
• 1 medium carrot
• 2 units celery stalk
• 2 medium potatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by trimming the ends of the green beans and cutting them into 1-inch pieces.

Step 2

Dice the onion, mince the garlic cloves, slice the carrot, and chop the celery and potatoes into small cubes.

Step 3

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the onion and garlic to the pot, sautéing for about 3 minutes until they become translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the carrots, celery, and potatoes, cooking for another 5 minutes to soften.

Step 6

Add the cut green beans to the pot, stirring them into the vegetable mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth, adding the bay leaf and dried thyme as well.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 9

Cover the pot and let the soup cook for about 20 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Discard the bay leaf from the pot.

Step 11

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to enhance flavor.

Step 12

Serve hot with a sprinkle of fresh parsley over each bowl for a hint of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2673 grams (2673.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1455

Total Fat 42.60g	55%
Saturated Fat 7.60g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5867mg	255%
Total Carbohydrate 239.70g	87%
Dietary Fiber 49.30g	176%
Total Sugars 54.70g
Protein 48.60g	97%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 561mg	43%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 6445mg	137%

*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: 25.0%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 62.4%