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Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup

Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup for Cozy Nights at Home

Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup is a nourishing vegan dish perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large Onion can use shallots or leeks
  • 2 medium Shallots can replace with additional onion
  • 4 cloves Garlic fresh preferred, can use garlic powder
  • 2 medium Carrots substitute with parsnips
  • 2 stalks Celery leeks can be used
For the Protein
  • 2 cans Cannellini Beans can substitute with Great Northern beans
For Flavoring
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaves
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning can use individual herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt can use kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
For the Finishing Touch
  • 4 cups Vegetable Broth substitute with chicken broth for non-vegan
  • 3 cups Fresh Spinach can use kale or Swiss chard

Equipment

  • large soup pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the olive oil over medium-low heat in a large soup pot for 1-2 minutes until shimmering.
  2. Sauté diced onion, shallots, and garlic for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add chopped carrots and celery, sauté for 7-10 minutes until soft.
  4. Incorporate rinsed cannellini beans, bay leaves, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. Blend 2 cups of the soup until smooth and creamy, then return to the pot.
  7. Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use high-quality vegetable broth for best flavor. This soup tastes even better the next day and stores well in the fridge or freezer.

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