Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of The Best White Bean Soup, a creamy, flavor-packed dish that will change your perception of beans. This vegan-friendly recipe is not only delicious but also budget-conscious and ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy weekends. With a delightful blend of cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs, this soup delivers a rich texture and mouthwatering taste that everyone will love. Serve it as a main course with crusty bread or as a side dish to elevate your meal experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (28oz) cannellini beans, drained
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 1–2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup frozen spinach (optional)
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 Tbsp tomato paste
- 1/3 cup white wine
- 1 sprig rosemary (or equivalent dried)
- 2 cups vegetable broth or hot water
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in garlic, beans, tomato paste, potatoes, rosemary, and paprika; cook for an additional minute.
- Deglaze with white wine and let simmer until most of the wine evaporates (about 1 minute).
- Add spinach and broth; season with salt and pepper. Bring to boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Once the potatoes are soft and the soup thickens slightly, adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Soup
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg