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White Bean Soup with Kale

Deliciously Cozy White Bean Soup with Kale Recipe

This White Bean Soup with Kale is a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for chilly evenings.
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Course: Soups
Cuisine: American
Keyword: comfort food, family meal, Healthy Soup, Vegetarian Soup, White Bean Soup with Kale
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot

Ingredients

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Ideal for sautéing
  • 1 onion Diced
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced
  • 2 medium carrots Diced
  • 2 stalks celery Diced

For the Seasoning

  • 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder

For the Protein & Greens

  • 2 cans white cannellini beans Drained and rinsed
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth Or vegetable broth
  • 2 cups fresh kale Chopped

To Finish

  • salt To taste
  • pepper To taste
  • lemon juice Optional

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
  • Stir in ½ teaspoon of Italian seasoning and ½ teaspoon of chili powder, letting the spices bloom for 1 minute.
  • Combine 2 cans of drained white cannellini beans and 3 ½ cups of chicken broth. Stir and bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add 2 cups of chopped fresh kale and cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Serve hot, optionally garnished with a splash of lemon juice.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1800IU | Vitamin C: 40mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 3mg