Description
White Bean Lemon Soup is a warm, comforting dish that combines creamy white beans with zesty lemon, fresh herbs, and garlic. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings, uplifting spirits and filling bellies. Ideal for busy weeknights, it’s simple to prepare and can be enjoyed as a starter or a main course.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) of white beans (cannellini or navy)
- 2 fresh lemons (juiced and zested)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh herbs (thyme or parsley, chopped)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the white beans. Mince the garlic and chop the herbs.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Stir in the drained beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Squeeze in the lemon juice and add zest; let simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Purée the soup with an immersion blender until smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Stir in fresh herbs before serving; adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg