Description
Hearty Tuscan white bean soup weaves rustic Italian countryside comfort into each spoonful. Fragrant herbs, creamy beans, and rich broth blend perfectly, offering a warm embrace that connects soul with simple, nourishing ingredients you’ll savor completely.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juice
- 2 cups chopped kale or spinach
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, peeled and diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Optional Garnishes:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Parmesan cheese, grated
- Crusty bread
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Sauté diced onions, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes until vegetables become soft and translucent.
- Introduce minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes, stirring for 1 minute to release their aromatic essence.
- Pour vegetable or chicken broth into the pot, then add cannellini beans and diced tomatoes with their juices.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and allow the soup to simmer for 15-20 minutes, letting flavors harmonize.
- Fold in chopped kale or spinach, continuing to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until greens become tender and wilted.
- Evaluate the soup’s seasoning, adjusting with salt, pepper, and a bright splash of lemon juice to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Transfer the steaming soup into serving bowls, crowning each portion with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- Accompany the soup with crusty bread, perfect for soaking up the rich, savory broth.
Notes
- Boost protein by adding cooked chicken, sausage, or tofu for a heartier meal.
- Make it gluten-free by ensuring broth and spices are certified gluten-free.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting red pepper flakes or adding a dash of hot sauce.
- Prep vegetables in advance to cut down on cooking time and create a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg