Swiss Chard and Bean Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty and nourishing Swiss Chard and Bean Soup, a deliciously wholesome recipe packed with vibrant vegetables and protein-rich beans. This one-pot wonder combines tender cannellini beans, earthy Swiss chard, and a medley of diced carrots, celery, and onions simmered in flavorful vegetable broth with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano. The addition of Swiss chard stems and leaves adds texture and leafy freshness, while a touch of garlic and optional hints of lemon juice or red pepper flakes elevate the dish with zesty brightness and gentle heat. Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or meal-prep favorite, this soup comes together in just 45 minutes and serves six, making it a comforting and crowd-pleasing option.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes (canned)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 15-ounce cans cannellini beans (or great northern beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 large bunch Swiss chard, chopped (stems and leaves separated)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and beans to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

Step 6

Add the Swiss chard stems (reserve the leaves for later), dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Step 7

Simmer the soup for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the chard stems to soften.

Step 8

Add the Swiss chard leaves to the pot and let them wilt, about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot. Optionally, garnish with a squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added brightness and heat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3471.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1805.4

Total Fat 45.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 8262.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 284.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 76.0g	0%
Total Sugars 55.9g
Protein 85.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1003.6mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 8280.3mg	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: 21.8%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 60.2%