Tuscan White Bean Soup
A delightful and hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup that's easy to make and packed with healthy ingredients, perfect for everyone including those following gluten-free diets.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans white beans (e.g., cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed Use canned beans for convenience.
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust based on preference.
- 4 cups vegetable broth Ensure it's gluten-free if required.
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped Can substitute with swiss chard.
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed tablespoons Olive oil for sautéing
- as needed Rustic gluten-free bread for serving For dipping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery and sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the white beans, vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add the kale or spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot with rustic gluten-free bread for dipping.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, consider adding a splash of lemon juice before serving. You can mix and match the greens; swiss chard works well too. For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes while sautéing the vegetables.