White Bean Tomato Soup

Ingredients

• 1 can beans or 12 oz pasta
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cups cooked rice, pasta, or potatoes
• 1 can diced tomatoes or 1 cup broth
• 1 tsp paprika or chili seasoning
• 1 tbsp oil
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Fresh herbs or lemon for serving

Steps

1. Prep all ingredients for White Bean Tomato Soup and heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
2. Cook the main protein or legume base with oil, then season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
3. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened and fragrant.
4. Stir in tomatoes or broth and your grain or pasta base. Simmer until everything is tender.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve hot with herbs, lemon, or yogurt.

Budget tip

Batch-cook a double portion and use leftovers for lunch bowls or wraps. This lowers real weekly food spend and reduces delivery fallback.