Delicious Tuscan White Bean Soup
Warm up with this heartwarming Tuscan White Bean Soup, brimming with creamy white beans and fragrant herbs. Perfect for chilly evenings, this easy-to-make dish is not only comforting but also a delightful conversation starter at any gathering. Featuring robust flavors and a satisfying texture, it’s sure to become your go-to recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the carrots and celery; cook until softened (5-7 minutes).
- Add the vegetable broth and white beans; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- In the last 5 minutes of cooking, stir in thyme and rosemary.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. Enjoy hot!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding kale or spinach for extra nutrition. Swap white beans for chickpeas if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.