Tomato and Bean Soup with Harissa and Honey
Spicy and sweet tomato bean soup with harissa and honey. A warm and flavorful comfort meal.
Equipment
- Large pot, Measuring cups, Measuring spoons, Blender or immersion blender (optional)
Ingredients
- Canned cannellini beans 2 cans 400g each, drained and rinsed
- Canned diced tomatoes 2 cans 400g each
- Carrot 1 medium diced
- Celery stalks 2 diced
- Garlic 3 cloves minced
- Harissa paste 1-2 tbsp adjust to taste
- Honey 2 tbsp
- Olive oil 2 tbsp
- Onion 1 medium diced
- Red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp optional
- Vegetable or chicken stock 1 litre
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrot, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Stir in harissa paste and red pepper flakes (if using), and cook for 1 minute.
- Add canned tomatoes, cannellini beans, and vegetable or chicken stock.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in honey and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, use an immersion blender or transfer to a blender to partially blend the soup for a smoother texture.
- Simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Tip:
Serve with crusty bread or couscous for a complete meal.Wine Advice:
A dry rosé or a light-bodied red wine like Pinot Noir.Nutrition values
Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 40 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 8 g | Sugar: 10 g