Low Fat Gorgonzola White Bean Soup
Warm, creamy, and full of flavor, this Low Fat Gorgonzola White Bean Soup is the perfect comfort food that doesn’t sacrifice health-conscious ingredients. Made with hearty cannellini beans, nutrient-packed baby spinach, and a touch of crumbled low-fat Gorgonzola cheese, this soup offers a creamy texture and a bold, tangy flavor without heavy cream. Infused with aromatic thyme, garlic, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, every spoonful is bursting with richness and balance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or a cozy lunch. Serve it as a stand-alone dish or pair it with a crusty whole-grain bread for an irresistible meal. This healthy white bean soup is sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping your mealtime guilt-free!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 4 cups baby spinach
- 3 ounces, crumbled low-fat Gorgonzola cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes, or until translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn.
Step 4
Pour in the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Step 5
Add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans and dried thyme. Cook for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until smooth. Alternatively, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and blend until creamy (be cautious with hot liquids).
Step 7
Return the soup to the pot, if needed, and set it over low heat.
Step 8
Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes, or until wilted.
Step 9
Add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and stir until melted and well-incorporated.
Step 10
Season the soup with black pepper, salt, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 11
Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm, optionally garnished with a sprinkle of additional Gorgonzola or freshly cracked black pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2167.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1145.6 |
| Total Fat 26.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 45.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5280.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 151.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 32.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 9.1g | |
| Protein 71.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 18.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 920.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3473.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories