Description
A hearty and flavorful Mediterranean white bean soup packed with spinach and fresh herbs. This soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that is perfect for a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 1 bunch parsley, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 large carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes or Aleppo pepper, plus more for serving
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 4 cups (32 ounces) vegetable broth
- 2 cans Cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 heaping cups spinach
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, stems removed
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
Instructions
- Prep the parsley: Trim and chop the parsley, separating the leaves and stems.
- Sauté the aromatics: In a Dutch oven, cook onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add flavor-makers: Stir in tomato paste, carrots, celery, parsley stems, seasonings, salt, and pepper.
- Add broth and beans: Bring to a boil, then simmer until veggies are soft.
- Simmer: Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Partially blend: Blend half the soup for a creamier texture.
- Finish: Add spinach, parsley leaves, dill, and vinegar. Cover to wilt spinach.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Mediterranean, White Bean, Soup, Spinach, Herbs, Healthy