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A close-up of a bowl of white bean kale soup, featuring tender kale, creamy white beans, and chunks of carrot in a flavorful broth.

White Bean Kale Soup

A hearty and healthy soup perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cans cannellini beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 bunch kale stems removed and chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in garlic, thyme, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and add the cannellini beans. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Add the chopped kale and cook until wilted and tender, about 5-10 minutes.
  6. Stir in lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

For a creamier soup, you can blend a portion of the soup before adding the kale.

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