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Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup is a warm, nourishing dish that captures the essence of Italian comfort food. Ideal for chilly evenings or as a fulfilling lunch option, this soup is brimming with flavor and texture. The combination of white beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs creates a rich and satisfying meal that will leave you feeling cozy and satisfied.
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Hearty Tuscan White Bean Soup Recipe

This hearty Tuscan white bean soup is packed with flavor and nutrition, featuring white beans, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. It's a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Keyword comfort food, healthy, soup, Tuscan, vegetarian, white beans
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 200kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cans 15 oz each white beans (cannellini or great northern)
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried rosemary
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups fresh kale chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Sauté onion, carrots, and celery for 5-7 minutes until softened.
  • Add minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1-2 minutes.
  • Stir in drained white beans and diced tomatoes with juices.
  • Gradually add vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  • Fold in chopped kale and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve in bowls, garnished with parsley and lemon wedges.

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.