Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is a nourishing and hearty dish that brings warmth to your table with each spoonful. This comforting soup combines creamy cannellini beans, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs, making it an ideal choice for chilly evenings or casual gatherings. With its rich flavors and easy preparation, it’s sure to become a family favorite that delights everyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and heat until shimmering. Saut? the onion, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the cannellini beans and vegetable broth. If using dried beans, ensure they are soaked overnight and drained first. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add thyme and bay leaves; reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in spinach or kale just before serving until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Remove bay leaves before serving. Serve hot with crusty bread or grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg