Mouthwatering 5-Ingredient Classic Mediterranean White Bean Soup
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A hearty and nutritious white bean soup inspired by Mediterranean flavors.
- Author: EditorVictoria
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups dried white beans, soaked overnight
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Drain and rinse the soaked white beans.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Add beans, vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
- Remove bay leaf and season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Soak beans overnight for best results.
- Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor.
- Adjust broth quantity for desired soup thickness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg