Description
Tuscan White Bean & Kale Soup is a heartwarming dish that combines earthy kale, creamy white beans, and aromatic garlic into a delightful bowl of comfort. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this nutritious soup is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor and satisfying textures. Each spoonful offers a warm embrace that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, finely chopped
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups curly or dinosaur kale, chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add white beans; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add chopped kale along with thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer for 10 minutes until kale is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with a drizzle of olive oil or grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider using fresh thyme instead of dried. - You can substitute spinach for kale for a milder taste. - Drizzle with lemon juice before serving for a refreshing twist.