A warm bowl of soup with chunks of colorful root vegetables, grains, and beans topped with a sprinkle of fresh herbs.

Northeastern Vegetable and Bean Soup

Name: Northeastern Vegetable and Bean Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: cooked quinoa, 1 cup -; canned navy beans, 1 can drained and rinsed; yellow onion, 1 chopped; garlic cloves, 2 minced; carrots, 2 diced; parsnips, 2 diced; celery stalks, 2 diced; sweet potato, 1 peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces; smoked paprika, 1 tsp -; vegetable broth, 4 cups -; apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp -; salt, - to taste; black pepper, - to taste; olive oil, 2 tbsp -; fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary), - chopped, for garnish

Category Main Course

Prep 10 minutes

Cook 25 minutes

Style American

Technique Simmering

Diet Friendly Vegan

Daily Recipe: March 17, 2023

This soup recipe is inspired by the seasonal produce and flavors of the Northeast region of the US. It is a hearty and satisfying dish that features a mix of root vegetables, grains, and beans. The smoked paprika adds depth of flavor and a hint of smokiness, while the apple cider vinegar provides a touch of acidity. The garnish adds a pop of freshness and texture to the dish.

Ingredients (for 4)

Cooked quinoa - 1 cup - -
Canned navy beans - 1 can - drained and rinsed
Yellow onion - 1 - chopped
Garlic cloves - 2 - minced
Carrots - 2 - diced
Parsnips - 2 - diced
Celery stalks - 2 - diced
Sweet potato - 1 - peeled and chopped into bite-sized pieces
Smoked paprika - 1 tsp - -
Vegetable broth - 4 cups - -
Apple cider vinegar - 1 tbsp - -
Salt - - - to taste
Black pepper - - - to taste
Olive oil - 2 tbsp - -
Fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, or rosemary) - - - chopped, for garnish

Preparation

Step 1 - 🔥🍳🧅

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes until fragrant.
Step 2 - 🥕🥦🍠

Add the diced carrots, parsnips, and celery. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes, until vegetables soften.
Step 3 - 🍠🌶️

Add the sweet potato and smoked paprika. Mix well.
Step 4 - 🍲🔥⏱️

Add the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are cooked through.
Step 5 - 🍚🍴🥣

Add the cooked quinoa, navy beans, and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 6 - 🧂🌿🍴

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs.

Additional

This soup can be easily adapted to other seasonal veggies or types of beans. Try adding kale or spinach towards the end of cooking for added nutrition. Kids can help chop veggies and garnish the soup.