Description
This White Bean and Kale Soup is a hearty and nutritious dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with wholesome ingredients and flavorful herbs, this soup is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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For the Bean Puree:
- 1 can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
For the Soup:
- 2 cans great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 cup chopped yellow onion
- 1 cup chopped carrots
- 1 cup chopped celery
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 4 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 parmesan rind
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh rosemary
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 oz. curly kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 to 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, to taste
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Bean Puree: In a food processor, blend 1 can of beans with 1/2 cup broth until smooth. Set aside.
- Saute Vegetables: Heat 1 Tbsp olive oil in a pot. Saute onion, carrots, and celery for 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for 1 more minute.
- Simmer the Broth: Pour in 4 cups broth, add parmesan rind, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Beans and Kale: Mix in the remaining beans and bean puree. Simmer covered for 5 minutes. Add kale and simmer until softened.
- Final Touches: Remove parmesan rind. Stir in parsley, remaining olive oil, and lemon juice.
- Serve: Garnish each bowl with grated parmesan.
Notes
- For a thicker soup, blend more beans for the puree.
- You can customize the soup by adding other vegetables like zucchini or spinach.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: White Bean Soup, Kale Soup, Healthy Soup Recipe
