Description
Warm up your chilly days with this creamy and zesty White Bean Lemon Soup. Packed with smooth white beans, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic herbs, it offers a delightful taste experience that feels like a hug in a bowl. Perfect for both cozy evenings at home and family gatherings, this soup is not just nourishing; it’s a heartwarming dish that brings back fond memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15 oz) cans organic white beans (such as cannellini or navy beans), drained
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 medium fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and add drained white beans. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Add chopped spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking until they wilt.
- Before serving, stir in the lemon juice and zest, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg