Ham Bean and Swiss Chard Soup
Packed with hearty flavors and wholesome ingredients, this Ham Bean and Swiss Chard Soup is the ultimate comfort food for any cold day. This nutrient-rich soup combines tender white beans, savory diced ham, and earthy Swiss chard in a fragrant chicken broth seasoned with garlic, bay leaf, and aromatic vegetables like carrots, celery, and onion. Perfectly suited for a quick, satisfying dinner, this one-pot recipe comes together in just under an hour and delivers six generous servings. Whether you're seeking a protein-packed meal or a cozy way to enjoy fresh greens, this soup is a delicious and healthy option. Garnish with a touch of fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and serve it with crusty bread for the ultimate pairing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion
- 2 medium carrot
- 2 celery stalks
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 cups diced ham
- 3 cups cooked or canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 6 cups Swiss chard leaves, stems removed and roughly chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Dice the onion, carrots, and celery, and mince the garlic cloves.
Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the diced ham to the pot and stir well to combine with the vegetables.
Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Add the drained and rinsed white beans, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
Simmer the soup uncovered for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Add the chopped Swiss chard to the pot and stir it into the soup. Cook for an additional 7-10 minutes until the chard is tender.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.1 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 180 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 12252 mg | 533% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.1 g | 60% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.3 g | 172% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 118.7 g | 237% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 811 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 29.6 mg | 164% | |
| Potassium | 6703 mg | 143% | |
*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.
