Luscious Lima Bean Soup II
Lima beans are named after the city of Lima, Peru, where they were first cultivated.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.
Luscious Lima Bean Soup II
Ingredients
Instructions
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Soak the lima beans overnight in water.
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Drain and rinse the beans.
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In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
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Add chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
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Add tomato, bay leaf, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for a few minutes.
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Add soaked lima beans and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil.
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Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes or until beans are tender.
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Remove bay leaf and blend the soup until smooth.
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Stir in lemon juice.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 4g
- Protein 12g24%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
