Here’s a nourishing and tasty recipe for White Bean and Kale Soup — a hearty, healthy classic that’s perfect for cozy meals any time of year.
🥣🌿 White Bean and Kale Soup
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 30 minutes
🍽️ Serves: 4-6
🧂 Ingredients
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 medium onion, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 carrots, diced
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2 stalks celery, diced
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1 (15 oz) can white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
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6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
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1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
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1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 bay leaf
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Juice of half a lemon (optional)
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Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
🔥 Instructions
1. Sauté veggies:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5–7 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
2. Add broth & beans:
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Stir in broth, beans, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Add kale:
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Stir in chopped kale and cook for another 5–10 minutes until kale is tender but still bright green.
4. Finish & serve:
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Remove bay leaf.
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Stir in lemon juice if using.
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Taste and adjust seasoning.
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Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan if desired.
💡 Tips & Variations
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Add cooked sausage or diced ham for extra protein.
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Use kale stems finely chopped for less waste.
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For a creamier texture, puree a cup of the soup and stir it back in.
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Swap kale for spinach or Swiss chard.