Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme
A hearty, protein-packed soup simmered with equal parts kidney and cannellini beans and fresh vegetables. This american-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 35 minutes pairs cooked kidney beans, cooked cannellini beans, low-sodium vegetable broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, cooked kidney beans
- 1 cup, cooked cannellini beans
- 2 cups, low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup, diced carrots
- 1 cup, diced celery
- 1/2 cup, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a large pot, combine the kidney beans, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, carrots, celery, onion, garlic, and dried thyme. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Step 2: Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender.
- Step 3: Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Stir gently to combine and serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cooked kidney beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Two-Bean Vegetable Soup with Thyme vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
This soup is perfect for a cold day! The thyme really shines and the beans are so tender.
- ★★★★★
Made this for my family and everyone loved it. The recipe is easy and the flavors are balanced.
- ★★★★☆
The soup was slightly bland, so I added a bit more thyme to taste.
