Description
Tuscan White Bean Soup is a heartwarming, one-pot dish that embodies the flavors of Italy while being completely vegan and gluten-free. This rich, nutritious soup features protein-packed cannellini beans and vibrant kale, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a wholesome meal. Perfect for any occasion, from cozy family dinners to gatherings with friends, this delectable soup is best served warm alongside rustic gluten-free bread for dipping. With its ease of preparation and customizable flavor profile, Tuscan White Bean Soup will surely become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cans cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large carrots (peeled and chopped)
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 1/3 cup white wine
- 2 cups chopped kale
- 2.5 – 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (omit if you don't like spice)
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Sauté onion in olive oil in a large pot until golden.
- Add garlic, celery, and carrots; sauté for another 10 minutes.
- Stir in white wine; cook until liquid evaporates.
- Add remaining ingredients except kale; mix well.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
- Blend part of the soup until smooth; return to pot.
- Stir in kale and simmer until wilted.
- Serve warm with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg