15 Minute White Bean Soup
Whip up a hearty and nourishing meal in no time with this 15-Minute White Bean Soup, a perfect weeknight solution that combines wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Featuring creamy canned white beans, fresh spinach or kale, and a fragrant blend of thyme and cumin, this comforting soup is simmered in a light vegetable or chicken broth and brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe offers a quick and healthy dinner option without sacrificing taste. Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for an optional cheesy finish, and serve with crusty bread for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for those seeking a quick, protein-packed soup that's both easy and delicious, it’s a recipe you'll turn to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups canned white beans (e.g., cannellini beans), drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the white beans, vegetable (or chicken) broth, thyme, and cumin. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the chopped spinach (or kale) and stir until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Season the soup with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with grated Parmesan cheese (if using), and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.7 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 6725 mg | 292% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 105.1 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.3 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1115 mg | 86% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2702 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
