Description
A comforting and nutritious soup that combines the sweetness of carrots with the heartiness of butter beans, ideal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 1 can butter beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped carrots and thyme, cooking for about 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and increase the heat to bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add the butter beans. Simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the carrots are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed to enhance flavors.
- Blend part of the soup for a smoother texture if desired.
Notes
For a variation, consider adding spinach for extra nutrients and color. Add a splash of lemon juice just before serving for brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg