17 Bean Soups That Prove Affordable Doesn't Have to Be Bland

Who says eating healthy has to be expensive? Beans are a super cheap ingredient that's full of good stuff like protein and fiber. But that doesn't mean your bean soups have to be boring!

This post has 17 delicious bean soup recipes that are easy to make and won't cost a lot of money. There are so many yummy soups to try, from classic minestrone to hearty taco soup. Try these recipes and make a big pot of healthy bean soup tonight!

Slow Cooker Borscht

It's a Slow Cooker Borscht time. Classic Ukrainian Beet Soup doesn't need a special introduction. It's vibrant, hearty, healthy and absolutely delicious! Get the recipe.

Lemony White Bean Soup

This white bean soup is made with a creamy roux base and packed with veggies. With a lemony taste and freshly chopped parsley, this soup is the perfect comfort food. Get the recipe.

Italian Farro Bean Soup

This farro soup is a must save for cold months! Beans, farro, tomatoes and vegetables in an aromatic broth. Simple, healthy and easy– this Italian farro soup recipe is delicious. Get the recipe.

White Bean Mushroom Soup

This White Bean Mushroom Soup is super easy to make, comforting, and satisfying. Made with fresh vegetables and pantry staples, this is an easy vegan soup packed with plant-based protein and lots of flavors. Get the recipe.

Vegetarian Solyanka Soup

This Vegetarian Solyanka is an easy soup recipe idea for busy days. It comes together quickly, requires just a handful of ingredients and tastes refreshing and delicious. Get the recipe.

Hearty Minestrone Soup

This Vegetarian Minestrone Soup is a classic Italian dish that’s comforting, nutritious, and packed with hearty, wholesome ingredients like leeks, beans, and potatoes. It creates a satisfying and balanced meal that’s perfect for chilly winter days with some crusty bread. Get the recipe.

Cauliflower White Bean Soup

This delicious and healthy Vegetable Bean Soup is the perfect soup that's light yet filling. It's made with crunchy cauliflower and protein-packed pinto beans and comes together in just 30 minutes! Get the recipe.

Black Bean Soup with Bacon

This Black Bean Soup with Bacon + Beer is so easy, super flavorful and perfect for a cozy day watching football! Get the recipe.

Easy Bean Soup

This easy bean soup is so simple it only requires 5 basic pantry ingredients to make. It's loaded with creamy white beans, hearty vegetables and salty, smoky bacon for a soup that's warm, satisfying and so comforting on a chilly day! Get the recipe.

Hearty Sausage and Bean Soup

This hearty sausage and bean soup is a wonderful blend of flavors that will warm you up on a chilly day. It’s packed with protein and vegetables, which makes it a perfect choice for a healthy weeknight dinner. The best part? It’s gluten-free and comes together in less than 30 minutes! Get the recipe.

Ribollita Italian Bean Soup

Ribollita Italian bean soup combines a variety of vegetables with beans, broth, wine, garlic, and seasonings. The resulting white bean kale soup is hearty, healthy and delicious. Get the recipe.

Leftover Hearty Ham and Cannellini Bean Soup

This hearty ham and cannellini bean soup can be prepared with leftover ham. In fact it’s an amazing dish to make with ham! It’s so s comforting and packed with flavor. Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Black Bean Soup

This soup is a great comfort to me. And although I eat it year round, I find it tastes wonderful, it’s warming and like being wrapped in a fluffy comfy blanket. Get the recipe.

Mexican Vegetable Soup

Mexican vegetable soup is a hearty and nutritious vegetarian meal featuring quinoa for added protein and satiety. Ready in under 20 minutes and easily customizable to the veggies you have on hand. Get the recipe.

Borlotti Bean Soup

I’m always in search of a hearty yet fresh soup and this borlotti bean soup fits the bill. It’s delicious and filling, and feels like a meal you’d eat in Italy. Get the recipe.

Taco Soup

This comforting vegan taco soup comes together in one pot and is ready in 30 minutes! Packed with three kinds of beans and a few other pantry staples, it’s unbelievably satisfying while being light on the wallet. Serve it with garnishes like tortilla strips, fresh herbs, and lime for an easy yet flavor-packed meal. Get the recipe.

Vegan Bean and Bacon Soup

This vegan bean and bacon soup proves homemade is always better than canned. It's deliciously thick, smoky, and comes together so easily. Get the recipe.