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Hearty White Bean Soup with Peppery Olive Oil in 1 Hour

White Bean Soup with Peppery Olive Oil

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A hearty white bean soup drizzled with peppery olive oil for a flavorful finish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups dried white beans
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 slices turkey bacon, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Soak the white beans overnight, then drain.
  2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and turkey bacon (if using). Cook until softened.
  4. Add soaked beans, vegetable broth, thyme, and bay leaf.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour or until beans are tender.
  6. Season with salt and black pepper.
  7. Serve hot, drizzled with additional peppery olive oil.

Notes

  • Soaking beans overnight reduces cooking time.
  • Adjust pepper to taste.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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