Garlicky Spinach and White Bean Soup

Warm up your weeknight dinners with this hearty and nutritious Garlicky Spinach and White Bean Soup, a comforting blend of wholesome ingredients and vibrant, savory flavors. Featuring tender cannellini beans, fresh spinach, and a medley of aromatics like garlic, onion, and fragrant herbs, this easy-to-make soup is both light and satisfying. A touch of lemon juice brightens the dish, while a sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds gentle heat. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple one-pot cooking method, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve this dairy-free soup as is for a vegan-friendly option, or top it with a handful of grated parmesan for a creamy, indulgent finish. Perfect for those seeking healthy, cozy meals, this recipe will quickly become a go-to in your dinner rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cans cannellini beans
• 6 cups fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0.25 cup parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and dice the onion. Add them to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.

Step 4

Drain and rinse the cannellini beans. Add them to the pot along with the dried thyme, dried rosemary, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Let the soup simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the pot and stir until it wilts, which should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice and taste the soup. Adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 7

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with grated parmesan cheese for extra flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2638.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1764.8

Total Fat 55.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.0g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 8848.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 49.5g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 96.4g	0%

Vitamin D 12.8IU	0%
Calcium 1401.4mg	0%
Iron 26.7mg	0%
Potassium 5099.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.0%

Protein: 21.5%

Carbs: 50.5%