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Flavor-Packed White Bean Soup

A comforting and nutritious vegan-friendly soup made with white beans, fresh vegetables, and herbs. Simple to prepare and perfect for any time of the year.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup celery, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • as needed Olive oil for sautéing
  • as needed Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Cooking
  1. Add the white beans, vegetable broth, dried thyme, salt, and pepper to the pot.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20 minutes.
  3. Use an immersion blender to puree a portion of the soup for a creamy texture, or leave as is for a chunkier soup.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for a wholesome meal. For a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes during cooking. You can add other vegetables like spinach, kale, or bell peppers to the soup.