Description
Indulge in a bowl of White Bean Lemon Soup, where creamy white beans meet the zesty brightness of fresh lemon juice. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests with its delightful flavors and enticing aroma. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s not just a nourishing dish but also a feast for the eyes. Pair it with crusty bread for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) organic white beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1-2 minutes).
- Stir in drained white beans and vegetable broth. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender or regular blender, purée half of the soup until creamy while leaving some chunks intact.
- Add fresh lemon juice, chopped thyme, salt, and pepper. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with parsley and an extra drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg