Best 6 Fresh Green Bean Soup Recipes

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Fresh Green Bean Soup is a delightful and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a light and refreshing summer soup or a hearty and comforting meal to warm you up on a cold winter day, this versatile soup is sure to satisfy. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for both beginners and experienced cooks alike. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FRESH GREEN BEAN SOUP RECIPE



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This fresh green bean soup offers a bold mix of vegetables and spices with just a hint of lemon. It's ideal served both hot and cold and makes a perfect meal.

Provided by Sher Castellano,Mashed Staff

Categories     Lunch, First Course, Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced medium
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano)
1 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
3 cups (roughly 1/2 pound) French green beans
1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • In a soup pot, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat, and sauté the diced onions for 7 minutes.
  • Add in the minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper, and sauté for 3 minutes.
  • Turn the heat up to medium-high, add in the lemon juice, and stir. Then, add in the vegetable broth, and bring the pot to a gentle simmer.
  • Add in the diced tomatoes and green beans, and simmer for 7 minutes, or until the beans are tender.
  • Turn off the heat, and stir in the fresh basil and parsley.
  • Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed, and serve hot. (Although this dish can also be served cold.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 mg cholesterol, Fat 4 g fat, Fiber 5 g fiber, Protein 3 g protein, SaturatedFat 1 g saturated fat, ServingSize 0 g, Sodium 636 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAM OF FRESH GREEN BEAN SOUP



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Make and share this Cream of Fresh Green Bean Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NannyMarvel

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 1/2 cups fresh green beans, cut in pieces
1/2 teaspoon dried savory, crushed
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour
1 cup milk
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, combine the chicken broth, chopped onion, green beans and savory.
  • Bring mixture to boiling. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 to 30 minutes or until vegetable is tender.
  • Place half of the vegetable mixture in a blender or food processor.
  • Cover and blend 30 to 60 seconds or till smooth. Take care when blending hot liquids. Pour into bowl.
  • Repeat with remaining vegetable mixture; set all aside.
  • In the same saucepan, melt the butter or margarine.
  • Whisk in flour, salt and pepper.
  • Add the milk all at once, whisking till smooth.
  • Cook and stir till mixture is thickened and bubbly.
  • Stir in the blended vegetable mixture.
  • Cook and stir till soup is heated through.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.2, Fat 11.6, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 31.7, Sodium 485, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 2, Sugar 3.1, Protein 7

GREEN BEAN SOUP



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This soup has been passed down for generations beginning with my great-grandmother. I make it often, especially when I can use homegrown beans, carrots, onions and potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups water
2 cups fresh green beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
1-1/2 cups cubed peeled potatoes
1 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrot
1 medium onion, diced
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh parsley
1 sprig fresh savory or 1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan or soup kettle, combine all the ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Before serving, remove bay leaf and parsley and savory sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 175mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

GREEN BEAN SOUP



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This is my grandmother's recipe. She was a Transylvanian Saxon! This is a great soup and worth the experiment!

Provided by Jamie Elliott

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds fresh green beans
1 clove garlic, minced
1 sprig fresh parsley
1 pinch salt
2 slices bacon
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 onion, chopped
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine green beans, garlic, parsley, salt and water to cover and cook until beans are tender.
  • Fry bacon until crisp, set aside. Add onion and flour to bacon grease, stirring until smooth and brown. Add some water from the beans, stirring slowly and constantly to prevent lumps.
  • Cook to thicken a bit, then add it to the bean soup and bring to a boil. Stir crisp bacon, sour cream and vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.8 calories, Carbohydrate 17.6 g, Cholesterol 23.2 mg, Fat 12.5 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 110.7 mg, Sugar 3 g

TOMATO GREEN BEAN SOUP



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This colorful soup is delicious any time of year. When I can't get homegrown tomatoes and green beans, I've found that frozen beans and canned tomatoes (or even stewed tomatoes) work just fine. Served with warm breadsticks, this soup is a complete meal. -Bernice Nolan, Granite City, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped carrots
2 teaspoons butter
6 cups reduced-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
1 pound fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, minced
3 cups diced fresh tomatoes
1/4 cup minced fresh basil or 1 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion and carrots in butter for 5 minutes. Stir in the broth, beans and garlic; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Stir in the tomatoes, basil, salt and pepper. Cover and simmer 5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

QUICK, EASY, AWESOME GREEN BEAN SOUP



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I think this is the only recipe I actually made out of some low-cal cookbook I bought. This is NOT a recipe for frozen or canned beans, use fresh and using enough garlic is the key. I usually use about 12 - 15 cloves. Like the title says, it's really quick, easy and awesome...I think it's also healthy!! Healthy is not one of my favorite cooking terms, so if it's healthy and I like it, you know it's good!!

Provided by Mrs Goodall

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 cups chicken broth (use fresh, canned low-fat or low sodium, whatever you like)
1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
1 sprig thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon olive oil
12 garlic cloves, pressed (I use up to 15 cloves)
1/2 lb fresh green beans, cut into 1 1/2 inch lengths (basically cut so they will fit on a soup spoon)
1 egg
3 teaspoons parsley
crouton (or crostini, optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to a simmer.
  • Press in garlic.
  • Add beans.
  • Simmer uncovered 10 minutes.
  • Adjust seasonings.
  • Beat egg well in a small bowl.
  • Temper egg by ladling some hot broth into the bowl.
  • Stir the soup while adding the egg to the simmering broth.
  • Add pepper to taste.
  • Top with croutons crostini if you choose.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.8, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 1724.6, Carbohydrate 8.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 3, Protein 10.6

Tips:

  • To achieve the best flavor, use fresh green beans. Avoid using canned or frozen beans as they may compromise the taste and texture of the soup.
  • For a smoother soup, blend it using an immersion blender or transfer it to a regular blender in batches. However, ensure you leave some whole beans to maintain a bit of texture.
  • To enhance the flavor of the soup, add a splash of lemon juice or white wine before serving. You can also garnish it with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme for added aroma and flavor.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, add a roux made from butter and flour or cornstarch slurry. Alternatively, you can blend a portion of the soup and then add it back to the pot to achieve a creamy texture.
  • Feel free to experiment with different vegetables and herbs to create a unique flavor profile. Some popular additions include carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. You can also add herbs like rosemary, sage, or basil for a more complex flavor.

Conclusion:

Fresh green bean soup is a delightful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch or served as a starter. It is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrients and flavor. By following the tips mentioned above, you can create a delicious and satisfying soup that will impress your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a culinary journey to savor the goodness of fresh green bean soup!

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