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Cozy White Bean & Spinach Soup

A nourishing and hearty vegetarian soup packed with white beans, fresh spinach, and savory herbs.

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Cozy White Bean & Spinach Soup

Craving something warm, comforting, and incredibly wholesome? This Cozy White Bean & Spinach Soup is exactly what you need. It’s packed with simple, familiar ingredients, comes together easily, and tastes like a hug in a bowl. Perfect for a cozy evening or a light, satisfying lunch!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 (15 oz) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)
  • Crusty bread, for serving

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion, diced carrots, and celery. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in minced garlic, Italian seasoning, dried thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in the fresh spinach a handful at a time, allowing it to wilt into the soup. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until all the spinach has wilted.

  5. Step 5

    Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed. If desired, use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a slightly creamier texture, leaving some beans whole for texture.

  6. Step 6

    Ladle hot soup into bowls. Serve with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and crusty bread for dipping.

Tips

  • For extra protein, add some cooked shredded chicken at the end.
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens up all the flavors beautifully.

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