Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe
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5.0
132 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
4 -6 servings
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Calories
482 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Soup
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Cuisine
Italian
Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe
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Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe (Hearty Italian)- grab a thick slice of bread and get ready to dip in this easy 30-minute one-pot Italian soup. It is nourishing, satisfying, and packed with delicious and comforting flavors. Buon appetito!
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Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce White beans (cannellini beans or great Northern beans), drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 1 small shallot chopped
- 2 large carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 bay leaves
- 6 cups vegetable or the broth from this Italian penicillin soup
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale chopped
- salt and black pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes for serving
- grated Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
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Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot, soup pot, or dutch oven pot. Add the chopped onion, shallot, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables start to soften.
- Add Garlic and Herbs: Add the minced garlic, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and bay leaf to the pot. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Add Beans and Broth: Add the drained and rinsed white beans to the pot. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Blend a Portion of the Soup: Carefully transfer 2 cups of the soup to a blender (careful not to get the bay leaf). Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Combine Blended and Whole Soup: Pour the blended soup back into the pot with the remaining soup. Stir to combine, creating a creamy base while maintaining some texture from the whole beans and vegetables.
- Season and Add Greens: Remove the bay leaf and season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Add the chopped fresh spinach or kale to the pot. Let it simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes until the greens are wilted and tender.
- Serve: Ladle the big pot of creamy Tuscan White Bean Soup into bowls. If desired, sprinkle grated parmigiano cheese and red pepper flakes on top for added flavor.
- Serve the soup with crusty bread, and enjoy!
Notes
- Use Quality Ingredients: Opt for good-quality olive oil, fresh vegetables, and flavorful herbs to enhance the taste of the soup.
- Sauté Aromatics Well: Take your time sautéing onions, carrots, celery, and garlic. This foundational step builds depth of flavor in the soup.
- Fresh Greens: Add fresh spinach or kale towards the end of cooking for vibrant color and a burst of nutrients. Don’t overcook to retain their freshness.
- Blending for Creaminess: If using the blending step, blend a small portion of the soup and add it back. This creates a creamy white bean soup base while keeping the overall texture.
- Enjoy with Bread: Serve the soup with crusty bread to soak up the delicious broth.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
482kcal
(24%)
Carbohydrates
77g
(26%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Sodium
191mg
(8%)
Potassium
1604mg
(46%)
Fiber
21g
(84%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
21392IU
(428%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
236mg
(24%)
Iron
8mg
(44%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 482 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 482kcal | 24% |
| Carbohydrates | 77g | 26% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 191mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 1604mg | 34% |
| Fiber | 21g | 84% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 21392IU | 428% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 236mg | 24% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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