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Easy Tuscan Bean Soup Recipe

This easy-to-make Tuscan White Bean Soup is filled with spices, beans and veggies that all come together to make the perfect meal on a busy weeknight!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 170 kcal
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 1 yellow summer squash diced
  • 4 cloves garlic pressed
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
  • 1 quart vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 14 ounce cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 14 ounce can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with juices
  • 3 cups chopped kale ribs removed
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar

Instructions

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  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 6 quart or larger Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, zucchini, and squash. Sauté for 4 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme and rosemary. Cook 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in the broth, beans, and tomatoes. Bring the contents to a boil, then turn the heat down to low and add the chopped kale. Cover the pot and simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Use an immersion blender* to partially puree the soup, leaving some chunks of beans vegetables for texture.
  5. Add the salt, pepper, sugar, and vinegar. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Serve topped with Parmesan or Dubliner cheese and a side of crusty bread.

Notes

  • *Alternatively, transfer small amounts to a counter top blender and puree as desired.
  • You can store this soup in an airtight container in your fridge for 3-4 days. If you want to freeze this soup you can in your freezer for up to 2 months.
  • To reheat this Tuscan bean soup, be sure to thaw to fridge temperature and then you can either reheat on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave until everything has warmed through.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 170kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 26g (9%) Protein 7g (14%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 696mg (29%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 10g (20%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 170kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 26g 9%
Protein 7g 14%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 696mg 29%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 10g 20%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.