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A Delicious and Nutrient-Packed Vegetarian Soup Recipe!
I love the New Year. The idea of a fresh start and clean slate ahead of you is just so fun to me. I also love setting New Year’s goals, and one of my goals (which really started in December) is to eat more plant forward meals this year. One of my go to meals as I’ve embarked on this goal is this wholesome and flavorful vegetarian soup recipe that not only tastes delicious but also provides a nutritional boost! My Vegetarian Beans and Greens soup is not only easy to prepare but is also packed with tons of nutrients to support your overall well-being. Below are the details of this fresh but satisfying recipe that will surely become a staple in your kitchen!
How To Make Beans and Greens Soup:
Ingredients:
Beans: You’ll want two, 15 ounce cans of your favorite white beans. I love Great Northern Beans because they are readily available at all my local grocery stores!
Greens: So many greens! I use celery, spinach, parsley, cilantro, green onion, lime juice and salsa verde. These add flavor, color and nutrition!
Broth: You will use six cups of your favorite vegetable stock. You can also use chicken stock if you aren’t committed to this being vegetarian. I also include an optional but delicious parmesan cheese rind and a bay leaf. Together, these create a savory and delicious broth base for this soup.
Extras: Olive oil, diced onion and minced garlic, duh, and simple seasonings like salt, pepper and red pepper flakes add depth and complexity!
Preparation:
The best thing about soup recipes is that they are almost always one pot! Start by prepping all of your ingredients – chop, dice, and mince until everything is ready to go. Then, you just add everything to the pot in stages. So easy!
Broth:
For a rich and savory base, let the broth simmer with your parmesan rind and bay leaf for at least ten minutes before incorporating the rest of your ingredients. It adds depth to the soup and ensures a robust flavor profile. Feel free to customize the broth according to your taste preferences!
Protein-Packed Addition:
I have always been afraid that vegetarian dishes wouldn’t be as satisfying as something with meat. Incorporating the white beans helps boost the protein content of this vegetarian soup and will leave you feeling full and satisfied!
Flavor and Nutrients:
Fresh parsley, cilantro and lime juice add a burst of freshness, while spinach packs in extra nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Iron and more!
Serving Suggestions:
Pair your Vegetarian Beans and Greens Soup with a crusty whole-grain bread (we love Dave’s Killer Bread or Ezekiel Bread) or a side salad for a complete and satisfying meal. This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner during the winter or a cozy weekend lunch.
Let’s eat more veggies!
This easy vegetarian soup recipe is one you’ll want to add to your repertoire for the nights you don’t feel like tackling a traditional protein. Whether you’re a seasoned plant-based enthusiast or simply looking to add more vegetables to your diet like me, this soup is a perfect choice. Try it out and enjoy a hearty, homemade vegetarian soup that nourishes both your body and soul. Happy cooking!
Keyword 30 minute dinner, beans and greens soup, soup recipe, vegetarian, vegetarian beans and greens soup, vegetarian soup
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Servings 4People
Ingredients
1TbspOlive Oil
1Small Yellow Onion, diced
3Cloves Garlic, finely minced
6cupsVegetable or Chicken Broth
1inchParmesan Rind,optional but recommended!
1Bay Leaf, Dried
2 cans15 ozWhite Beans
2StalksCelery, finely sliced
1/2cupChopped Fresh Parsley
1/2cupChopped Fresh Cilantro
2cupsSpinach
2Green Onions, finely sliced
1/2cupSalsa Verde
1TbspFresh Lime Juice,plus more to taste
1tspSalt,plus more to taste
1tspGround Pepper,plus more to taste
1tspRed Pepper Flakes,plus more to taste
Instructions
In a large dutch oven or stock pot, heat Olive Oil over medium heat until glistening and hot.
Add yellow onion and sauté until softened and beginning to brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Once onion is beginning to brown, add minced garlic and stir for an additional 30 second to 1 minute or until fragrant.
Add broth, parmesan rind and bay leaf to pot and bring to a boil for 1 minute. Then turn heat to medium-low and simmer partially covered for 8-10 minutes.
Once broth has simmered, add beans, celery, salt and pepper and continue to gently simmer partially covered for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until beans and celery are fork tender and heated through.
Turn heat to low and add parsley, cilantro, green onion, spinach, salsa verde, lime juice and red pepper flakes. Stir for 1-2 minutes or until spinach and herbs are completely wilted.
Remove the Parmesan Rind and Bay Leaf, and season to taste with red pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Enjoy hot with a side of whole grain bread or a side salad!
Notes
Best Paired With:
DRINK: A white wine with subtle sweetness and bright citrus characteristics – like the Pine Ridge Chenin Blanc + Viognier White Blend!
MUSIC: Something chill and relaxing, like our “Slow + Smooth” playlist
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I made these with a friend recently who wasn’t sure about the coconut milk. Suffice it to say she was obsessed! Later in the night, I was making her another one and brainstorming some variations. Her response? “I loved it so much I just want it the exact same way.” Let me tell you – that is the best compliment to receive!
Coconut and Lime are a combination that will never go out of style. They can really be enjoyed year round, so I have a feeling you’ll want to save this recipe for the future! The creamy coconut milk cuts through the tartness of fresh lime juice. Paired with some simple syrup for a touch of sweetness and vodka for the punch, this Coconut Lime Spring Cocktail is the perfect light and refreshing drink to welcome in the Spring!
I like to rim my glasses with lime zest and sugar for a fun look and yummy taste. There is an ever so slight bitterness that you get from the zest that pairs really well with the sugar. And, good news if you don’t or can’t drink alcohol! I’ve included mocktail instructions in the notes below. It is still just as delicious and refreshing. It just has a bit more lime juice and coconut milk!
If you need a delicious cocktail to end a day of Spring cleaning or to enjoy with your friends outside on the patio, I hope you’ll consider making this Coconut Lime Spring Cocktail! And if you do, will you let me know what you think?
This Coconut Lime Cocktail with creamy coconut milk and fresh lime juice is perfectly light and refreshing for the Spring!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword cocktail, coconut lime, coconut lime cocktail, coconut lime spring cocktail, mocktail, spring cocktail
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 5 minutesminutes
Servings 1Person
Ingredients
3/4ozFresh Lime Juice
1/2ozSimple Syrup
1ozCoconut MilkNOT canned, as it will separate when shaken with ice
2ozVodka
Cocktail Rim
1tspWhite Sugar
zest1/2 lime
Instructions
If rimming glasses, combine sugar and zest on a plate larger than your glass. Coat the rim of glass in lime juice and press upside down into the combined sugar and zest.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and combine all ingredients in shaker.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
Pour into glass of your choice and enjoy responsibly!
Notes
NOTE: If opting for a mocktail, you can substitute the vodka for more 1/2 oz more of lime juice and 1 oz more of coconut milk!
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The cheesy-ness is perfect – you get just the right amount without it being overpowering. Although, if you want to add more I wouldn’t blame you – who can ever have enough cheese?! You can also add some diced jalapeños to make a jalapeño cheddar beer bread that is equally as amazing!
The bread is soft on the inside with an amazing, buttery crust on the outside. It will absolutely be a crowd pleaser and a recipe you’ll want to add to your repertoire! Here is something to note: you will want to make sure that you properly measure your flour. If you don’t have a sifter, the easiest way to do this is to use a spoon to add flour to your measuring cup. Then, use the back of a butter knife to even it out and level it off. Don’t pack your flour into your measuring cup or you’ll end up with a brick instead of a loaf of bread!
I can almost guarantee that this cheesy beer bread will be something you make often to help you feed a big crowd, take to a housewarming party, or just have an easy snack around the house. Let me know what you think!
Easy beer bread that is soft and cheesy on the inside, and has a thick buttery crust on the outside!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword beer bread, cheesy beer bread, easy
Prep Time 10 minutesminutes
Cook Time 1 hourhour
Servings 6
Ingredients
12ozlight beer
3cupsflour– properly measured, see above
3tspbaking powder
1tspsalt
3tbspwhite sugar
2cupsshredded cheddar cheese
1/4cupmelted salted butter
Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees farenheit
Mix flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, cheddar, and beer until well combined.
Pour into a greased 9” x 5” loaf pan
Pour melted butter over the top of the dough –do not mix!
Place pan on middle rack in oven and bake for 45 minutes to one hour, or until the crust is golden and an inserted knife comes out clean.
Let cool for 15-20 minutes, slice and serve!
Notes
If adding jalapeños, mix them in with the rest of the dough ingredients! Wrap any leftover bread in plastic wrap and store in a dark, cool place for two-three days.