Creamy White Bean Soup with Perfect Acidity in Just 3 Steps
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A hearty white bean soup with balanced acidity, perfect for a comforting meal.
- Author: EditorVictoria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
- 2 cups white beans, soaked overnight
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, chopped
- 1 celery stalk, chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices turkey bacon, chopped (optional)
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Cook until softened.
- Add turkey bacon if using. Cook until slightly crispy.
- Drain soaked beans and add them to the pot.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add thyme and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until beans are tender.
- Remove bay leaf and stir in lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Soak beans overnight for best results.
- Adjust lemon juice for desired acidity.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg