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Romanian Bean Soup

Name: Romanian Bean Soup
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 400 g dried beans; 1–2 onions; 2 carrots; 1/2 small celery root; 1 parsnip; 1 bell pepper; 400 ml tomato juice or 4–5 ripe tomatoes; 3–4 tbsp oil; 2 bay leaves; 1 bunch fresh lovage; salt and pepper to taste; 2–3 tbsp vinegar or 300 ml borscht; 200 g smoked meat (optional)

Romanian bean soup is one of the most popular traditional soups, with a rich and slightly sour taste, made with vegetables, beans, and sometimes smoked meat. It is served with red onion or hot peppers.

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Servings

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Prep

30 min

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Cook

90 min

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Total

2 h (+ 8-12 h soaking)

🥘Ingredients

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✅Dietary Compatibility

🌾Gluten-free🥛Dairy-free🥩Low-carb / Keto💪High-protein

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Yield

2.5 L bean soup (for 6 servings)

📦Storage

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Refrigerator

Keeps for 3-4 days refrigerated, flavor intensifies the next day.

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Freezer

Can be frozen for 4-5 months, thaw and reheat gradually.

🥗Nutrition Facts

Values per serving (approx. 400 ml)

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Calories

150 kcal

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Protein

8 g

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Fat

10 g

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Carbohydrates

6 g

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Fiber

5 g

🍷Pairs Well With

🥂Red onion and hot peppers

🥂Sour cream or yogurt

🥂Homemade bread or pretzels

🥂Assorted pickles

💡Variations

Fasting: skip smoked meat, use only vegetables for vegan version.

Creamy: blend part of the soup for thicker consistency.

With smoked meat: add hock or ribs for intense flavor.