Simple Tomato Spinach White Bean Soup
Warm up with a bowl of comforting and nutritious Simple Tomato Spinach White Bean Soup, a hearty recipe that's packed with flavor and ready in just 35 minutes. This one-pot wonder combines the richness of crushed tomatoes, the creaminess of protein-packed cannellini beans, and the freshness of tender baby spinach, all seasoned with a blend of dried basil, oregano, and optional red pepper flakes for a gentle kick. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch, this vegan-friendly soup (easily made vegetarian with a sprinkle of Parmesan) is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it with crusty bread for dunking and enjoy a wholesome meal that's both simple and soul-warming.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 15 ounces cannellini beans (white beans), rinsed and drained
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Add the cannellini beans, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well.
Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the fresh spinach to the pot and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed by adding more salt or pepper.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve warm with a slice of crusty bread or crackers on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
279 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.2 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 783 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.7 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1328 mg | 28% | |
*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.
