Description
A comforting, hearty bean soup made with tender white beans, aromatic vegetables, and fragrant herbs. Perfect for cozy nights or meal prep, this versatile recipe is easy, budget-friendly, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cups canned white beans, rinsed and drained
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Place your large soup pot over medium heat and let it warm for a minute.
- Combine Ingredients: Add olive oil, onions, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Stir in garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Assemble the Dish: Add the beans, vegetable broth, and bay leaves. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook to Perfection: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Remove bay leaves and stir in fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve and Enjoy: Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, mash a portion of the beans in the pot.
- Add a splash of lemon juice before serving for a fresh flavor lift.
- Soup tastes even better the next day as flavors deepen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: bean soup, white bean soup, vegan soup, hearty soup recipe, easy bean soup