Lima Bean Soup
Warm your soul with this creamy Lima Bean Soup, a comforting blend of fresh ingredients that evokes nostalgia and family gatherings. Each spoonful bursts with vibrant greens and aromatic spices, making it the perfect choice for chilly days or cozy dinners. Enjoy its delightful flavors as you savor a bowl that feels like a warm hug.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lima beans (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 1 stalk celery (chopped)
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tsp dried thyme or paprika
Instructions
- 1. Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of olive oil. Sauté chopped onion, celery, and carrots for about 5 minutes until softened; then stir in minced garlic.
- 2. Add lima beans: Incorporate the lima beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- 3. Season and simmer: Add bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes until the beans are tender.
- 4. Blend for creaminess: Remove from heat; cool slightly, then blend half the soup until smooth. Return it to the pot.
- 5. Final touches: Stir everything on low heat; adjust seasoning if needed and serve garnished with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg