15 Minute White Bean Soup Recipe

Whip up this dreamy, flavorful white bean soup in just 15 minutes! Perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or light dinner for two. This recipe, inspired by Everyday Food magazine's December 2008 issue, is creamy, comforting, and bursting with fresh flavor. Get ready to impress yourself (and maybe a dinner guest!) with this unbelievably easy recipe.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 376.9 kcal
Protein 43g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
15 Minute White Bean Soup

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Ingredients for 15 Minute White Bean Soup

  • Olive Oil
  • 2 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Garlic Clove
  • Dried Oregano
  • Vegetable Broth
  • White Beans
  • Fresh Lemon Juice
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Parmesan Cheese

How to Make 15 Minute White Bean Soup

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced scallions and minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the scallions begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the dried oregano and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth and add the rinsed and drained cannellini beans.
  5. Bring to a simmer and cook for 4 minutes, or until heated through.
  6. Using a wooden spoon or potato masher, lightly mash about one-third of the beans against the side of the pan to create a slightly thicker consistency. Leave some beans whole for texture.
  7. Stir in the lemon juice.
  8. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  9. Before serving, ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle each serving with grated Parmesan cheese.
  10. For leftovers, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Small additions can make a big impact! Try a sprinkle of fresh herbs, a dash of your favorite spice blend, or a squeeze of citrus just before serving to really enhance the flavors of your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

8g

Carbs

19g