Name: Cozy 25-Minute Hearty Vegetable & Bean Soup
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, diced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced; 2 celery stalks, sliced; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional); 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth; 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni); 2 cups baby spinach; Salt and black pepper, to taste; Juice of 1/2 lemon; Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Cozy 25-Minute Hearty Vegetable & Bean Soup

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This Cozy 25-Minute Hearty Vegetable & Bean Soup is the ultimate comfort food for chilly, rainy days. It’s packed with colorful vegetables, creamy cannellini beans, and tender pasta, all simmered in a fragrant, herby broth. The quick cook time means you can warm up fast, while the layers of flavor—smoky paprika, bright lemon, and a hint of heat—make every spoonful satisfying. The spinach adds vibrant color and freshness, and a sprinkle of parsley elevates the look and taste. It’s a nourishing, one-pot meal that brings warmth and cheer to even the stormiest evenings.

Ingredients

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.
Stir in minced garlic, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil.
Add the pasta and cannellini beans. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
Ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.