Coco Banana's Creamless Cream of Butter Bean and Herb Soup
Elevate your soup game with *Coco Banana's Creamless Cream of Butter Bean and Herb Soup*, a velvety plant-based delight that’s as comforting as it is nourishing. This creamy yet dairy-free soup taps into the natural richness of tender butter beans, blended to silky perfection with fragrant rosemary, thyme, and a splash of coconut milk for a luscious finish. Infused with wholesome vegetable broth, aromatic garlic, and a zing of lemon juice, this recipe delivers layers of flavor in every spoonful. Ready in just 40 minutes and topped with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous touch, this easy-to-make soup is ideal as a light lunch or elegant starter. Perfect for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone craving a satisfying bowl of pure, hearty goodness!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 3 cups butter beans (canned), drained and rinsed
- 5 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 unit bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked
- 0.5 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
Add the butter beans, vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Step 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 6
Remove the bay leaf and use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth. Alternatively, carefully transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender.
Step 7
Stir in the coconut milk and lemon juice, then taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2171.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1407.4 |
| Total Fat 41.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5946.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 44.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.3g | |
| Protein 61.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 444.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 20.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4636.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories