Best 7 Navy Bean Vegetable Soup Recipes

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In the realm of hearty and wholesome soups, Navy Bean Vegetable Soup stands out as a comforting classic. This delectable soup, brimming with humble ingredients, is a testament to the culinary magic that can be conjured from pantry staples. Navy beans, renowned for their creamy texture and delicate flavor, take center stage, while a medley of vegetables, each contributing its unique character, adds depth and vibrancy. Carrots lend a touch of sweetness, celery provides a crisp crunch, and onions impart a savory foundation. Green bell peppers infuse a subtle vegetal note, while diced tomatoes bring a vibrant pop of color and acidity. The harmonious blend of these ingredients creates a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and nourish your body. Served piping hot with a crusty bread or crackers for dipping, this Navy Bean Vegetable Soup is the epitome of comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings or as a restorative meal anytime.

In addition to the classic Navy Bean Vegetable Soup recipe, this article presents a delightful array of variations to suit diverse tastes and dietary preferences. For those seeking a vegan alternative, the Vegan Navy Bean Vegetable Soup offers a plant-based rendition that is equally satisfying. For those with limited time, the Instant Pot Navy Bean Soup provides a quick and convenient option without compromising on flavor. If you're craving a smoky, Southwestern twist, the Navy Bean Soup with Smoked Sausage and Corn is sure to hit the spot. And for those who love their soup with a bit of a kick, the Spicy Navy Bean Vegetable Soup delivers a delightful balance of heat and comfort. With so many delicious variations to choose from, there's a Navy Bean Vegetable Soup recipe for every palate and occasion.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

NAVY BEAN SOUP



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound navy beans, picked over, rinsed and drained
10 sprigs parsley
2 sprigs fresh thyme or rosemary
1 bay leaf
2 large smoked ham hocks, about 1 1/2 pounds
1 medium carrot, coarsely chopped
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 clove garlic, coarsely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Butter for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the beans in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by about 2 inches. Bring to a boil and lower the heat to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes; remove from the heat, cover, and let sit for one hour. Drain and reserve. Tie the parsley, thyme, and bay leaf together with kitchen twine.
  • In a large soup pot or Dutch oven combine the beans, herb bundle, hocks, carrots, onions, and garlic with 8 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover, and adjust the heat so the soup cooks at a gentle simmer. Cook until the beans and hock are completely tender, about 1-1/2 hours.
  • Turn off the heat and remove the hocks. Cool slightly. Remove the meat from the hocks, discarding the bones, fat and skin. Cut the meat into small cubes. Remove the herb bundle and discard.
  • Puree about 3 cups of the beans with a bit of the liquid in a blender. (For a smoother soup puree all the beans.) Stir the puree and diced meat into the soup. Heat the soup and adjust the seasoning as needed with salt and pepper. To serve divide the soup among heated bowls. Place a small pat of butter on top each soup and serve.

HEARTY NAVY BEAN SOUP



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My family loves navy bean soup! Beans were a commodity you did not survive without in the '30s. This excellent navy beans and ham soup is a real family favorite of ours and I make it often. -Mildred Lewis, Temple, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups (1-1/2 pounds) dried navy beans
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 large onion, chopped
1 meaty ham hock or 1 cup diced cooked ham
2 cups chicken broth
2-1/2 cups water
Salt and pepper to taste
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Rinse and sort beans; soak according to package directions., Drain and rinse beans, discarding liquid. Place in a Dutch oven. Add the tomatoes with juice, onion, ham hock, broth, water, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until beans are tender, about 1-1/2 hours., Add more water if necessary. Remove ham hock and let it stand until cool enough to handle. Remove meat from bone; discard bone. Cut meat into bite-sized pieces; set aside. (For a thicker soup, cool slightly, then puree beans in a food processor or blender and return to pan.) Return ham to soup and heat through. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 16g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NAVY BEAN SOUP I



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A hearty soup that will warm you on a cold night.

Provided by ANGCHICK

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 4h25m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
6 cups water
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ pound chopped ham
1 cube chicken bouillon
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon dried parsley
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine beans, water, tomatoes, onion, celery, garlic, ham, bouillon, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, garlic, and bay leaf in a stock pot; bring to a boil. Lower heat, cover, and simmer for two hours.
  • Add additional water. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for an additional two hours. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.5 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Cholesterol 14.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 16.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 878.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

NAVY BEAN SOUP



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Enjoy this hearty soup that comes loaded with navy beans and veggies and is made easily at home on a stovetop!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bag (16 oz) dried navy beans, sorted, rinsed
8 cups water
1/2 cup chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram leaves
2 medium carrots, chopped (1 cup)
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (14 oz) vegetable broth
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In 8-quart Dutch oven, heat beans and water to boiling. Boil uncovered 2 minutes. Remove from heat; cover and let stand 1 hour.
  • Stir in remaining ingredients except parsley. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender.
  • Stir in parsley. Cook 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 14 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 610 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

MY NAVY BEAN SOUP



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A delicious rich and colorful soup. Good for a cool autumn evening.

Provided by Patty Long

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beans and Peas

Time 4h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package dried navy beans
water to cover
7 cups chicken stock
½ cup margarine
4 carrots, chopped
1 onion, chopped
½ pound bacon

Steps:

  • Clean and sort the beans. Place them in a large bowl with water to cover and soak for 3 hours.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the beans and the chicken stock and allow to simmer.
  • Meanwhile, melt the butter or margarine in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the carrots and onion and saute for 10 minutes, or until onion is caramelized. Add this mixture to the pot.
  • In the same skillet over medium high heat, saute the bacon for 10 to 15 minutes, or until it is crisp. Drain the grease and add the bacon to the pot. Continue to simmer the soup over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the beans are tender and the soup has thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 15 g, Protein 16.9 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 995.9 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

HEARTY VEGAN NAVY BEAN SOUP



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This is an excellent vegan recipe, its very hearty and flavorful. Don't write off this recipe for lack of meat, its really fab.

Provided by Meghan

Categories     Beans

Time 3h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 cups navy beans
8 cups water
4 carrots, sliced
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar or 3 tablespoons vegetable stock
2 onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup celery leaves, and tender, inner stalks, chopped fine
1 cup cabbage
2 bay leaves
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (powder)
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon thyme
1 tablespoon parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash Tabasco sauce or 1 dash habanero sauce

Steps:

  • Wash and pick over beans.
  • Cover with water and soak overnight, or quick soak.
  • Discard soaking water, rinse beans and put in a large soup pot.
  • Add the 8 cups of water and bring to a boil.
  • Cover tightly and reduce heat to a low simmer.
  • Add carrots.
  • In a nonstick pan saute onion in balsamic vinegar until it caramelizes (this takes a while on low heat).
  • Add garlic, celery leaves, and cabbage.
  • Continue sautéing, adding more liquid as necessary.
  • When the mixture has cooked down somewhat, add it to the beans.
  • Add tomato sauce, bay leaves, and spices.
  • Simmer *very* slowly for 2 hours or until beans are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bay leaves and serve with hard bread and salad.

NAVY BEAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Make and share this Navy Bean Vegetable Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Low Cholesterol

Time 8h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 carrots, sliced
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups ham, diced
1 1/2 cups dried navy beans
1 (1 2/3 ounce) package dry vegetable soup mix
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low 8-10 hours. Discard bay leaf.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.1, Fat 2, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 1029.8, Carbohydrate 22.8, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 2.7, Protein 12

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked beans or canned beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
  • For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher before adding the vegetables.
  • Add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
  • If you don't have any frozen corn, you can use fresh corn kernels. Just be sure to cook them before adding them to the soup.
  • Garnish the soup with fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, or thyme, before serving.

Conclusion:

This navy bean vegetable soup is a hearty, healthy, and flavorful soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. So next time you have some extra vegetables on hand, give this soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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