Hearty Vegan Navy Bean Soup 🥣
Cook Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 3 hours
Servings: Makes approximately 8 servings
Description:
This Hearty Vegan Navy Bean Soup is a deliciously satisfying recipe that proves you don’t need meat to enjoy a rich and flavorful soup experience. Bursting with the wholesome goodness of navy beans, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, this soup is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or chilly evenings when you crave something warm and comforting. Don’t underestimate the power of plant-based ingredients – this soup is a true delight for the taste buds!
Recipe Category:
Beans
Keywords:
Vegetable, Low Protein, Vegan, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 cups | Navy beans |
| 8 cups | Water |
| 4 | Carrots |
| 3 tbsp | Red wine vinegar |
| 2 | Onions |
| 5 cloves | Garlic cloves |
| 1 cup | Celery leaves |
| 1 cup | Cabbage |
| 2 | Bay leaves |
| 1 cup | Tomato sauce |
| 1/4 tsp | Ground ginger |
| 1/2 tsp | Mustard powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Chili powder |
| 1/2 tsp | Black pepper |
| 1 tsp | Thyme |
| 1 tsp | Parsley flakes |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Tabasco sauce |
| 1/2 tsp | Habanero sauce |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 114.7
- Fat Content: 0.6g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 580.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 23.1g
- Fiber Content: 7.5g
- Sugar Content: 6.5g
- Protein Content: 5.5g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Beans:
- Wash and pick over the navy beans to remove any debris or stones.
- Cover the beans with water and soak them overnight for best results, or perform a quick soak method by bringing them to a boil for 2 minutes, then removing from heat and letting them soak for 1 hour.
- Discard the soaking water, rinse the beans thoroughly, and place them in a large soup pot.
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Start Cooking:
- Add 8 cups of water to the pot with the beans and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, cover the pot tightly, reduce the heat to low, and allow the beans to simmer gently.
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Prepare the Vegetables:
- While the beans are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Peel and slice the carrots, dice the onions, and mince the garlic cloves.
- In a nonstick pan, sauté the diced onions in red wine vinegar over low heat until they caramelize, stirring occasionally.
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Add Aromatics:
- Once the onions have caramelized, add the minced garlic, celery leaves, and cabbage to the pan.
- Continue sautéing the mixture, adding more liquid (such as water or vegetable broth) as necessary to prevent sticking.
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Combine and Season:
- When the vegetable mixture has cooked down and become tender, add it to the pot with the simmering beans.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, bay leaves, ground ginger, mustard powder, chili powder, black pepper, thyme, parsley flakes, salt, Tabasco sauce, and habanero sauce.
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Simmer Slowly:
- Simmer the soup very slowly over low heat for approximately 2 hours, or until the navy beans are tender and the flavors have melded together beautifully. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the soup is ready, remove the bay leaves and discard them.
- Ladle the hot soup into bowls and serve with your favorite crusty bread and a fresh salad on the side for a complete and satisfying meal experience.
Tip: For added flavor and texture, consider garnishing each serving with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley or a drizzle of olive oil.
This Hearty Vegan Navy Bean Soup is a wholesome and nourishing dish that will warm your soul with every spoonful. Whether you’re following a vegan lifestyle or simply looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy the robust flavors and comforting goodness of this hearty soup – it’s a true culinary delight! 🌱🥄
