Portuguese Bean Soup: Cozy Hearty Recipe You’ll Love!
A hearty, flavor-packed classic that screams cozy dinner vibes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Portuguese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 lb Portuguese sausage (linguiça or chouriço), sliced
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained
- 1 cup cabbage or kale, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 small potato, diced
- 1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, and celery until fragrant and soft.
- Add sliced Portuguese sausage to the pot. Let it cook until lightly browned and caramelized.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, potatoes, beans, corn, and broth. Add smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring it all to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes until the veggies are tender. Stir in cabbage or kale during the last 10 minutes.
- Ladle into bowls, top with fresh parsley, and serve with cornbread or crusty bread.
Notes
- This soup is perfect for fall and can be made in one pot.
- Feel free to adjust the vegetables based on your preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 370
- Protein: 19g