Description
Warm your soul with this creamy White Bean Lemon Soup, a delightful blend of nutritious white beans and zesty lemons. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dish brings comfort without the heaviness, making it ideal for lazy Sundays or quick weeknight dinners. With its vibrant flavors and smooth texture, it’s bound to impress your family and friends alike. Enjoy it on its own or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- Juice of 2 lemons (about 1/4 cup)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Rinse canned white beans under cold water.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and garlic; sauté until golden brown and fragrant (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in rinsed beans and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate chopped greens during the last few minutes of cooking. Squeeze fresh lemon juice into the pot just before serving.
- For a creamier texture, use an immersion blender to blend the soup until smooth but still chunky.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot garnished with lemon zest or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg