Description
Savor the Creaminess of White Bean Lemon Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that combines velvety white beans with a zesty lemon twist. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings, providing a delightful balance of creaminess and brightness that will warm your heart and tantalize your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that not only fills your belly but also elevates any meal into a gourmet experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) great northern or cannellini beans, rinsed
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Add Beans and Broth: Stir in rinsed white beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Blend Until Smooth: Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, leaving some beans whole if desired.
- Add Lemon Juice and Seasoning: Stir in fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Garnish and Serve Warm: Ladle into bowls, garnishing with fresh herbs. Enjoy with crusty bread or croutons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Global
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg