A vegan hearty soup inspired by the Slavic soup Polievka zo Zelenej Fazule. This can also be made gluten free.
1 cup chopped onion
3 garlic cloves, chopped
(or substitute 3 tbsp chives for the above)
3 tbsp vegan butter
1 1/2 cups bite-size cubed potatoes (if not yellow potatoes, peel them first)
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
2 1/2 tbsp flour (gluten free if necessary)
4 cups broth
1 cup water
2 cups bite-size green beans
1 cup vegan sour cream
1 tbsp dill
1-2 tsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
To a large pot, add the onions, garlic (or chives), butter and potatoes. Cook over medium heat 3-5 minutes (stirring occasionally) until the potatoes are browning.
Add the smoked paprika and flour. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes longer.
Add the broth, water and beans. Stir to combine. Cover and cook for 12 minutes.
Add the sour cream, dill and lemon juice. Whisk to combine and cook (covered) for 5 minutes.
Serve and season as desired.