My Kickin Pasta Fagioli Soup

Warm, hearty, and brimming with bold flavors, My Kickin Pasta Fagioli Soup is the ultimate comfort food for any season. This traditional Italian-inspired dish combines tender cannellini and kidney beans, vibrant vegetables, and al dente pasta in a rich, savory tomato broth infused with Italian seasoning, oregano, and a touch of optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Ready in under an hour, this soul-soothing soup is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese to elevate every spoonful. Whether you're feeding a crowd or whipping up a cozy bowl just for yourself, this pasta fagioli is a satisfying, one-pot wonder that you’ll return to time and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 medium carrots, finely diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
• 15 ounces cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 ounces red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
• 1.5 cups small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 to taste grated Parmesan cheese
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable or chicken broth, cannellini beans, and kidney beans.

Step 5

Season with Italian seasoning, oregano, and red pepper flakes, if using. Add salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Step 7

While the soup simmers, cook the pasta in a separate pot according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 8

After the soup has simmered, add the cooked pasta and stir to combine.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If the soup is too thick, add a little more broth to reach your desired consistency.

Step 10

Stir in fresh parsley and serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4137.5 grams (4137.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977

Total Fat 42.70g	55%
Saturated Fat 7.80g	39%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 5mg	2%
Sodium 8085mg	352%
Total Carbohydrate 321.70g	117%
Dietary Fiber 69.30g	248%
Total Sugars 50.50g
Protein 89.80g	180%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 866mg	67%
Iron 26mg	144%
Potassium 6473mg	138%

*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: 18.9%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 63.4%