Portuguese Bean and Cabbage Soup Recipe | 35-Min Meal

Name: Portuguese Bean and Cabbage Soup Recipe | 35-Min Meal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 Servings
Cuisine: Portuguese
Ingredients: 500 g (1.1 lbs) cooked beans (with cooking liquid); 1 small Savoy cabbage (cut into julienne strips); 3 medium carrots (cut into half-moons); 3 garlic cloves (minced); 2 bay leaves; 5 ml (1 tsp) sweet paprika; 1 bunch of fresh coriander (finely chopped); Salt to taste; Olive oil to taste; 100 g (3.5 oz) elbow macaroni (or as needed)

This Portuguese bean and cabbage soup is a vibrant, one-pot wonder. Infused with sweet paprika, this authentic recipe is fast, easy, and satisfying!

35 min 4 servings Very Easy Prep time 15 min Cooking Time 20 min

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Ingredients

500 g (1.1 lbs) cooked beans (with cooking liquid)1 small Savoy cabbage (cut into julienne strips)3 medium carrots (cut into half-moons)3 garlic cloves (minced)2 bay leaves5 ml (1 tsp) sweet paprika1 bunch of fresh coriander (finely chopped)Salt to tasteOlive oil to taste100 g (3.5 oz) elbow macaroni (or as needed)

Equipment:

Large potChef's knifeCutting boardStirring spoonMeasuring spoonsLiquid measuring cup

Directions

In a large pot, combine the 500 g of cooked beans with their cooking water.
Add the cabbage (cut into julienne/strips), the carrots (cut into half-moons), minced garlic, bay leaves, and the paprika.
Add extra water if needed to cover the vegetables.
Season with salt and a drizzle of olive oil. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once the cabbage is nearly cooked, add the elbow macaroni and the finely chopped coriander.
Simmer until the pasta is cooked and serve immediately.

Adapted from a recipe by: Receitas Faceis

Nutritional Facts (Per Serving)

Calories

285 kcal

Fat

5 g

Carbs

48 g

Protein

14 g

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Comments (2)

Bella

Hello,

The cooking liquid on the beans, are we talking about the liquid that is in the canned beans??

Thanks

2 Months ago, Monday, March 16, 2026

Tuga Pops

Hi Bella, sorry, I was having email issues and just saw your comment, I usually reply within minutes.
In Step 1, it is assuming you cooked the beans yourself, if you are using canned beans, yes use the liquid from the beans in the can, but, adjust and add more water to your liking as stated on Step 3.

2 Months ago, Tuesday, March 17, 2026