Potato Pinto Bean Soup Recipe

This hearty and flavorful vegetarian potato and pinto bean soup is bursting with fresh basil flavor! A creamy texture and simple ingredients make this a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. Even better, it's easily adaptable – use dried basil if fresh isn't available. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 423.8 kcal
Protein 33g
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Ingredients for Potato Pinto Bean Soup

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How to Make Potato Pinto Bean Soup

  1. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sliced mushrooms; cook until onion is softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add cubed potatoes and vegetable broth to the saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.
  4. Stir in the rinsed and drained pinto beans.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together buttermilk and cornstarch until smooth.
  6. Gradually whisk the buttermilk mixture into the soup.
  7. Cook, stirring constantly, until the soup has thickened and is bubbly, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of the snipped fresh basil (or dried basil).
  9. Ladle soup into bowls. Top each serving with a dollop of yogurt or sour cream, if desired. Garnish with extra fresh basil, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

5g

Carbs

27g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Potato Pinto Bean Soup?

Potato Pinto Bean Soup takes about 40 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Potato Pinto Bean Soup?

Potato Pinto Bean Soup has approximately 423.8 calories per serving, with about 33 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Potato Pinto Bean Soup?

The key ingredients for Potato Pinto Bean Soup are Onion, Shiitake Mushrooms, Olive Oil, Potatoes, Vegetable Broth, Pinto Beans. See the full list with measurements above.

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