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White Bean Soup

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This hearty white bean soup is a cozy, comforting meal made with creamy white beans, fresh vegetables, and savory herbs. Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner or a make-ahead lunch.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 3 (15-ounce) cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 bunch Tuscan kale, stems removed, leaves torn
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, salt, and several grinds of pepper. Sauté for 8 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.
  2. Add the garlic, rosemary, thyme, and red pepper flakes, if using. Cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the white wine vinegar, then add the white beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender and puree until smooth. Return the blended soup to the pot and stir to combine. (Alternatively, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup directly in the pot.)
  5. Add the kale and simmer for 5 minutes, or until wilted.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.

Notes

  • For extra richness, drizzle with olive oil before serving.
  • Adjust spice level by increasing or omitting red pepper flakes.
  • Great for meal prep – stores well in the fridge for several days.
  • Use homemade or low-sodium broth to control saltiness.

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