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Flavor-Packed White Bean Soup

A nutritious and delicious soup loaded with vegetables and protein-rich white beans, perfect for chilly days and leftovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed Use any variety of white beans.
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
Spices and Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Cooking
  • Olive oil for sautéing
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Cooking
  1. Add the white beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup for a creamy texture, or leave as is for a chunkier soup.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for more nutrition. Adjust the thickness of the soup by blending more or less. For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice just before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for 2-3 months.