Italian Pasta and Bean Soup

Health score
44%
Italian Pasta and Bean Soup
45 min.
8
279kcal

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Welcome to a hearty bowl of comfort with our Italian Pasta and Bean Soup! Perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or whenever you're craving something warm and fulfilling, this soup is as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with protein-rich cannellini and kidney beans, vibrant vegetables, and just the right amount of Italian seasoning, it's a dish that brings the delightful essences of Italy straight to your kitchen.

With its generous serving of savory crushed tomatoes and a flavorful broth, each spoonful bursts with a medley of flavors that's sure to please the whole family. The addition of ditalini pasta adds a satisfying texture, making this soup not just a meal, but a comforting experience. As a bonus, it beautifully combines wholesome ingredients while being low in calories, allowing you to indulge without guilt.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this easy-to-follow recipe can be whipped up in just 45 minutes, making it a practical choice for busy weeknights. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness. Gather your loved ones and enjoy a bowl of this delightful Italian Pasta and Bean Soup, a perfect way to warm up your day!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 15 ounce .5 can cannellini beans rinsed drained canned
  • 15 ounce kidney beans red rinsed drained canned
  • 28 ounce canned tomatoes crushed canned
  • cup carrots sliced
  • ounces ditalini pasta uncooked
  •  garlic cloves crushed
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons penzey's southwest seasoning dried italian
  • 28 ounce less-sodium beef broth canned
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • cup onion chopped
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese fresh grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • ladle
  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and next 3 ingredients; saut until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Add beef broth and next 6 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add pasta to vegetable mixture. Cover and cook 10 to 15 minutes or until pasta is tender. Ladle soup into individual bowls; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein21.41%
Fat13.72%
Carbs64.87%

Properties

Glycemic Index
37.35
Glycemic Load
8.45
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
19.518260995331%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.46mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:279.15kcal
13.96%
Fat:4.4g
6.78%
Saturated Fat:1.47g
9.19%
Carbohydrates:46.84g
15.61%
Net Carbohydrates:37.77g
13.73%
Sugar:7.97g
8.86%
Cholesterol:4.25mg
1.42%
Sodium:710.75mg
30.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.46g
30.92%
Vitamin A:2976.75IU
59.53%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.29%
Fiber:9.07g
36.29%
Potassium:1027.17mg
29.35%
Selenium:17.12µg
24.45%
Vitamin C:19.71mg
23.89%
Copper:0.47mg
23.66%
Phosphorus:235.09mg
23.51%
Iron:4.16mg
23.12%
Magnesium:83.08mg
20.77%
Folate:74.23µg
18.56%
Calcium:184.96mg
18.5%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.37%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.38%
Vitamin K:15.49µg
14.75%
Vitamin E:2.17mg
14.49%
Zinc:1.77mg
11.79%
Vitamin B3:2.16mg
10.81%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.45%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.5%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.25%
Source:My Recipes