Hearty Bean and Vegetable Soup

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cooking Time

30 minutes

Yields

4 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 can of cannellini beans

• 2 tb. olive oil

• 1/2 cooked brown rice (I use the one from seeds of change)

• 1/2 cup of each of the following: chopped onions, celery and carrots

• 1 cup of cilantro

• 1 tb. garlic paste

• 5 tomatoes

• 2 cups of water

• 1/2 tsp. of the following seasonings: cumin, tumeric, paprika

• salt and pepper to taste

• Optional: For extra protein, I add a tin of skinless and boneless sardines from the King Oscar brand

Directions

1. In a large pot, on  medium heat saute onions, celery and carrots with olive oil and garlic paste until soft (about 5 minutes)

2. Add beans, cilantro and seasonings. (and sardines if desired)  

3. In a blender, add 1/2 a cup of water and tomatoes. Blend on high until fully pureed. Add to soup.

4. Add 2 cups of water. 

5. Bring to a boil and then let simmer for about 20-25 minutes. 

6. Add rice. 

7. Add salt and pepper to taste.

8. Serve and enjoy!