Description
Warm up with this creamy and flavorful Vegan White Bean Soup, featuring a blend of potatoes, white beans, and healthy vegetables like carrots, celery, and kale. This dairy-free, gluten-free, and nutrient-packed soup is easy to make in one pot, making it perfect for a light weeknight dinner, side dish, or hearty entrée. A wholesome and satisfying option that’s full of flavor and comfort!
Ingredients
- Oil: 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Vegetables: 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced), 2 celery stalks (chopped), 2 carrots (peeled and chopped)
- Spices: 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried marjoram, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Liquid: 4 cups vegetable broth or water
- Beans: 2 cans (15 ounces each) white beans (drained and rinsed)
- Dairy-Free Milk: 1 cup coconut milk
- Greens: 2 cups kale (chopped, optional)
- Seasoning: Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Garnish: Fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme)
Instructions
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Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add Vegetables and Spices:
- Add the minced garlic, diced potatoes, chopped celery, and carrots to the pot.
- Stir in the dried oregano, marjoram, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to release the flavors of the spices.
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Add Broth and Beans:
- Pour in the vegetable broth or water and add the white beans.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
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Blend the Soup:
- Use an immersion blender to blend part of the soup until smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Alternatively, transfer half of the soup to a blender, blend until smooth, and return it to the pot.
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Add Coconut Milk and Kale:
- Stir in the coconut milk and chopped kale (if using).
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes, until the kale is wilted and the soup is heated through.
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Season and Serve:
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve warm.
Notes
- Add more greens: Substitute kale with spinach or Swiss chard for a different flavor.
- For more heat: Increase the red pepper flakes or add a diced jalapeño during cooking.
- Herb infusion: Add fresh thyme or rosemary for extra fragrance during the cooking process.
- Protein boost: Stir in quinoa or lentils for added protein.
- Smoky flavor: Try adding smoked paprika for a unique depth.
