Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with this creamy white bean soup, brimming with rich flavors and comforting aromas. Easy to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or lazy weekends, this dish is a delightful blend of canned white beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Each spoonful brings a sense of nostalgia and warmth, making it not just a meal but an experience that nourishes body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until vegetables soften.
- Stir in garlic and thyme; cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the rinsed beans and vegetable broth, bringing to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; continue simmering for 20-25 minutes.
- Just before serving, mix in fresh lemon juice for added brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg