Three-Bean Salad Soup (Printable Version)

Vibrant soup with three beans, fresh vegetables, and zesty vinaigrette essence.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Beans

01 - 1 cup canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 cup canned green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces, drained

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 small red onion, finely chopped
06 - 1 stalk celery, diced
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Broth & Seasonings

09 - 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
11 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1 teaspoon sugar
14 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
15 - ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
16 - Salt and black pepper to taste
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, plus more for garnish

# How-To Steps:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add red onion, celery, and garlic. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
03 - Add kidney beans, cannellini beans, green beans, and cherry tomatoes. Sauté for 1 to 2 minutes.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Add to the pot.
06 - Simmer soup uncovered for 15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
07 - Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir in chopped parsley.
08 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with extra parsley if desired. Serve hot or warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The tangy vinaigrette base transforms ordinary beans into something restaurant-worthy yet takes almost no effort
  • You get all the bright flavors of summer salad in a cozy bowl that feels substantial enough for dinner
  • It actually tastes better the next day, making it perfect for meal prep or unexpected leftovers
02 -
  • The vinegar might seem strong at first, but it mellows beautifully during simmering, so trust the recipe and dont reduce it
  • Adding the vinaigrette separately instead of pouring the ingredients directly into the pot ensures even distribution throughout every spoonful
  • This soup thickens as it sits, so if youre reheating leftovers, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it back up
03 -
  • Rinse your canned beans thoroughly under cold water to remove the starchy liquid that can make the broth cloudy and slightly metallic tasting
  • Whisk the vinaigrette in a measuring cup with a spout to make pouring into the pot mess-free and precise
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