White Bean and Ham Soup

Warm, hearty, and packed with flavor, White Bean and Ham Soup is the perfect comfort food for a cozy weeknight dinner or a filling lunch. This classic recipe combines tender white beans, savory diced ham, and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrots, and celery, all simmered to perfection in a rich, herb-infused chicken broth. A touch of garlic, dried thyme, and bay leaves adds layers of depth, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley brightens each bowl. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simmering pot that fills your kitchen with irresistible aromas, this one-pot meal is as easy as it is satisfying. Serve it piping hot with crusty bread for a wholesome, protein-packed dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: white bean and ham soup, hearty soup recipes, comfort food, easy soup recipes, one-pot meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound cooked ham, diced
• 2 15-ounce cans canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion, sliced carrots, and sliced celery to the pot.

Step 3

Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften, about 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the diced ham and cook for 3 minutes, allowing it to heat through and start to release its flavor.

Step 6

Add the drained and rinsed white beans to the pot.

Step 7

Pour in the chicken broth, and add the bay leaves and thyme.

Step 8

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves, and season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 10

Stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Serve the soup hot, optionally topping with additional parsley for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3203.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1870.1

Total Fat 57.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 249.5mg	0%
Sodium 11105.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 174.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.2g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 165.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 719.8mg	0%
Iron 24.8mg	0%
Potassium 6108.8mg	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: 27.5%

Protein: 35.3%

Carbs: 37.2%