Description
Winter Soup with Beans & Greens is the ultimate comfort food to warm up chilly days. This vibrant and hearty soup combines nutrient-rich greens, wholesome beans, and fragrant herbs into a deliciously satisfying dish. Perfect for cozy nights in or meal prep, this recipe is a hug in a bowl that will nourish both body and soul.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas or cannellini beans, drained
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 4 cups kale or Swiss chard, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried)
- 2 bay leaves
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion; sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic.
- Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add drained beans. Stir well and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in chopped kale or Swiss chard; cook until wilted (3-5 minutes).
- Season with thyme, bay leaves, salt, and pepper. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve hot with a splash of lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg