White Bean Soup
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Escape to the rolling hills of Tuscany with a warm, comforting bowl of creamy white bean soup!
This rustic Italian-inspired soup is a symphony of flavors, featuring tender cannellini beans, aromatic veggies, and a hint of fresh lemon, all simmered in a rich, rosemary-infused broth.

And the best part? This hearty soup is a cinch to whip up, requiring just a few minutes of prep before it’s ready to devour!
First, sauté some onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until they’re soft and fragrant. Then, add in your cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and a sprinkle of rosemary. Let it all simmer together until the flavors have melded together in perfect harmony.

Now, here’s where things get really interesting. Blend a portion of the soup to create a creamy, velvety texture. Yes, you read that right – the blended beans act as a natural thickener, eliminating the need for any fancy thickeners or additives!
Once your soup has reached the desired consistency, stir in some chopped baby spinach and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. The result is a bright, refreshing flavor that’s sure to transport you to the sun-kissed hills of Tuscany.

Finally, serve your creamy white bean soup with a side of crusty bread or toasted crostini for dipping. Trust us, you’ll want to mop up every last drop of that luscious broth!
And if you’re feeling extra fancy, try pairing your soup with some Mediterranean-inspired apps, like homemade bruschetta or a creamy Tuscan sausage dip. The possibilities are endless!

So go ahead, grab a spoon, and dig into this comforting, creamy white bean soup. Your taste buds (and your belly) will thank you!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Crusty bread or toasted crostini, for serving
Instructions
- 1. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in olive oil until soft and fragrant.
- 2. Add cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and a sprinkle of rosemary.
- 3. Let the mixture simmer until the flavors meld together.
- 4. Blend a portion of the soup to create a creamy texture.
- 5. Stir in chopped baby spinach and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
- 6. Serve with crusty bread or toasted crostini for dipping.
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