Description
Tuscan white bean soup is a heartwarming dish that embodies the essence of comfort food. This vegan and gluten-free soup features creamy cannellini beans, sautéed vegetables, and aromatic herbs, creating a delightful medley of flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. Perfect for chilly days or meal prep, this soup only gets better with time, making it ideal for leftovers. Pair it with crusty bread for dipping or enjoy it solo; it’s versatile enough to serve as a main course or an appetizer at your next gathering. With its nutrient-rich profile, this hearty soup is not only delicious but also packed with protein and fiber, ensuring you’re nourished with every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 15 ounce cans cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 1/3 cup white apple vinegar (I used pinot grigio)
- 2 cups chopped kale (stems removed, finely chopped)
- 2 1/2 – 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit if you don't like spice)
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until slightly browned.
- Add garlic, celery, and carrots; cook until softened.
- Deglaze the pot with white apple vinegar and let evaporate.
- Stir in cannellini beans and spices along with 2 ½ cups of broth. Bring to a boil.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Blend part of the soup until smooth; return to the pot.
- Stir in chopped kale and simmer until wilted.
- Serve warm with fresh parsley as garnish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg