Description
Experience the warmth of comfort food with this creamy white bean soup, perfect for chilly nights. With its rich flavors and velvety texture, this dish is not just a meal but an experience that brings family and friends together. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s ideal for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy night in or a gathering with loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add diced carrots, celery, and minced garlic. Cook for another 2 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add white beans, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes until flavors meld and beans are tender.
- Stir in lemon juice before serving to brighten the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg