Substitute for the Beans. This soup is amazing and my whole family loves it. However, this week I want to make it for someone who can’t eat beans.

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GourmetGin · Answer

Thank you!

GourmetGin · Answer

Not sure about lentils but sounds great and something I want to try for myself. Thanks!

GourmetGin · Answer

Not sure in the soy products. I need to check, but I might just use bread as Emily suggested to get the texture right. It will miss the protein but I can make for it up another way in the meal.

Nancy · Answer

Although, on second thought, ifvthe family member can't eat beans, does that include processed or fermented soy products?

Happygoin · Answer

Not sure, if they can't eat beans, perhaps they can't eat lentils either.  I was thinking of a green lentil, such as Le Puy, which will hold its shape after cooking.

Nancy · Answer

GourmetGin -
I defer to EmilyC as author for tips on replacements for body/texture.
If you want to replace the protein value of the beans and do eat meat, add about 7 oz of cooked meat of your choice. Or, if you don't eat meat, some tofu or tempeh which gives about 35g protein (see package for info and amount).

EmilyC · Answer

Hi there! So glad that you and your family like this soup!! Re: making it without beans, you could substitute a few pieces of white bread to lend body and thickness, per J. Kenji Lopez-Alt’s 15-creamy (vegan) tomato soup on this site, or add a bit of cream at the end. Hope this helps!

Substitute for the Beans. This soup is amazing and my whole family loves it. However, this week I want to make it for someone who can’t eat beans.

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