Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 small red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 cup cooked pasta (optional)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until it becomes translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
- Add the diced carrot, celery, and red bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes along with their juices, and add the vegetable or chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Add the kidney beans, black beans, and corn to the pot. Mix well.
- Season the soup with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring it to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Stir in the chopped spinach or kale and cooked pasta, if using. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or basil.
Notes
For extra flavor, serve with crusty bread or a simple salad on the side. You can also add grated cheese or a dollop of sour cream on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg