Description
Tuscan Bean Soup is a hearty, rustic Italian dish made with creamy white beans, fresh vegetables, and fragrant herbs simmered in a flavorful broth. This comforting soup is nutritious, easy to prepare, and perfect for cozy meals. Serve it with crusty bread for a satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (or 1 ½ cups cooked dried beans)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (or ½ tsp dried)
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or ½ tsp dried)
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup chopped kale or spinach (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Additional olive oil for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the Vegetables – Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Garlic and Herbs – Stir in the minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the Broth and Beans – Add the vegetable broth and white beans. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the Soup – Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add Greens (Optional) – Stir in the kale or spinach in the last 5 minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve – Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley and drizzle with olive oil before serving.