Description
Warm up with this comforting white bean soup, a perfect blend of creamy textures and savory flavors. Infused with garlic, fresh herbs, and nutritious vegetables, this dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings warmth to chilly evenings. Ideal for cozy dinners or gatherings, every spoonful promises to nourish both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cannellini or Great Northern beans (cooked or canned)
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups kale or spinach (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the white beans and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- If using greens, add them in the last few minutes of cooking. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice before serving.
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy your warm bowl of goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg