Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

High-Protein White Bean Soup


5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

  • Author: james-carter
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and light stovetop soup made with white beans, fresh vegetables, and leafy greens, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) of white beans (cannellini or great northern), rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, roughly chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add diced onion and carrot, sauté until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and dried thyme, cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add rinsed white beans and broth, stir to combine, bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Add fresh spinach or kale, stir until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stir, and serve.

Notes

For a heartier variation, layer in extra herbs and a splash of olive oil at the end. Pairs well with brown rice or crusty bread.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg