Quick Easy Tuscan Bean Soup

Warm, hearty, and full of vibrant flavors, this Quick Easy Tuscan Bean Soup is the perfect one-pot meal for busy weeknights. Loaded with creamy cannellini beans, nutrient-packed kale, and aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this wholesome soup is simmered in a savory broth infused with thyme and rosemary. A dash of fresh lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while optional Parmesan and crusty bread make it a comforting, satisfying dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes and made with pantry staples, this Tuscan-inspired recipe is as simple as it is delicious. Perfect for cozying up any night of the week, this vegetarian soup is a must-try for lovers of quick and healthy meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrot, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalk, diced
• 2 15-ounce cans canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 14.5-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups kale, ribs removed and chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0 grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0 crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Add the cannellini beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the chopped kale to the pot and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the kale is tender.

Step 7

Stir in the fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese and crusty bread on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2461.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1491.5

Total Fat 20.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 4mg	0%
Sodium 7049.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.5g
Protein 82.7g	0%

Vitamin D 2IU	0%
Calcium 920.1mg	0%
Iron 27.2mg	0%
Potassium 5789.0mg	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: 11.7%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 66.9%