Description
Warm up with our Easy White Bean Lemon Soup, a delightful blend of creamy white beans and zesty lemons that creates a comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. This simple yet flavorful soup will leave you feeling cozy and satisfied. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s a casual lunch or a comforting dinner with friends, this recipe is bound to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, rinsed
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 fresh lemons (zest and juice)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and mincing the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add garlic and cook until golden.
- Add the rinsed beans and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in lemon zest and juice from one lemon, adjusting to taste.
- Fold in spinach or kale until wilted but vibrant.
- For extra creaminess, blend part of the soup using an immersion blender or a regular blender.
- Serve hot, garnished with olive oil and additional lemon zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg