V8 Escarole and White Bean Soup

Warm up with a comforting bowl of V8 Escarole and White Bean Soup, a nourishing one-pot wonder that's as delicious as it is wholesome. This hearty soup combines the earthiness of tender escarole, creamy cannellini beans, and the vibrant flavors of V8 vegetable juice for a nutrient-packed, tomato-based broth. Infused with aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano, along with a touch of heat from red pepper flakes, it’s a satisfying option for chilly days. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan and crusty bread for a complete, comforting meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 6 cups Escarole, chopped
• 4 cups V8 vegetable juice
• 4 cups Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 2 15-ounce cans Cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional, for serving)
• 1 loaf Crusty bread (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Stir in the chopped escarole and cook until slightly wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the V8 vegetable juice and chicken (or vegetable) broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans, dried thyme, oregano, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Taste the soup and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot with crusty bread on the side for dipping, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3784.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2906.2

Total Fat 81.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 71.4mg	0%
Sodium 9483.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 402.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 67.9g	0%
Total Sugars 40.5g
Protein 145.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2202.8mg	0%
Iron 36.2mg	0%
Potassium 6414.8mg	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: 25.1%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 55.0%