Low Fat White Bean and Ham Soup
Warm up with this hearty yet healthy Low Fat White Bean and Ham Soup, a flavorful one-pot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. Packed with protein-rich white beans, tender diced ham, and aromatic veggies like carrots, celery, and onion, this soup boasts low-sodium chicken broth for a lighter twist on a classic comfort dish. Infused with dried thyme and a hint of garlic, every spoonful is bursting with savory goodness while keeping the fat content in check. Ready in just 50 minutes, this easy-to-make soup pairs beautifully with whole-grain bread or a crisp green salad, making it satisfying and wholesome. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, don’t forget a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a finishing touch. Keywords: low fat soup, white bean soup, ham soup, healthy comfort food, easy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked ham, diced
- 3 cups canned low-sodium white beans (such as cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- kosher salt (optional, to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, then add the olive oil.
Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the chicken broth, then add the cooked diced ham, white beans, thyme, bay leaf, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 25–30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.
Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with kosher salt, if necessary.
Serve the soup hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley. Optionally, serve with whole-grain bread or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1334 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.4 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 138 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 4839 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.9 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.0 g | 154% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.2 g | ||
| Protein | 107.5 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 525 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 4020 mg | 86% | |
*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.
