2cans beans(low-sodium or no salt added drained and rinsed)
28oz.can petite diced tomatoes
2cupsroot vegetables (such as white or yellow potatoes, turnips or sweet potatoes)
2tsp.dried herbs
1/4tsp.black pepper
32oz.low-sodium vegetable broth or water
16oz.frozen or fresh spinach
2cupszucchini or yellow squash(diced)
Instructions
In a medium pot, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Add onions, stir and cook until translucent.
Add garlic, stir and cook 1-2 minutes or until fragrant but not browned.
Add celery and carrots, stir and cook 4-6 minutes.
Add beans, tomatoes, root vegetables, dried herbs, black pepper and stock or water. Then add just enough water to cover all ingredients.
Simmer soup covered for 20-30 minutes or until root vegetables are tender.
Stir in greens and squash. Simmer until tender and warmed though, about 10 minutes.
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Notes
GREAT ADDITIONS/SUBSTITUTIONSAdd frozen veggies just before serving. Try soup with whole grain pasta, brown rice or bulgur wheat. Try beans such as: northern, navy, cannellini, chickpeas, black eyed peas, black beans, etc. Add or sub veggies such as: corn, hominy, lima beans, bell peppers, green beans, fennel, green peas, green onion, winter squash, okra, leeks or mushrooms.
Great recipe! It’s easy and flexible with what’s on hand! Thank you for sharing these easy choices.