White Bean And Collard Greens Soup Recipe

A comforting and healthy White Bean & Collard Greens Soup, inspired by a Cooking Light recipe (March 2007). This hearty vegetarian soup is packed with flavor, featuring tender collard greens, creamy white beans, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a chilly evening or a healthy weeknight meal! Easy to make and ready in under an hour.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 43 mins

Calories 225.2 kcal

Protein 23g

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Ingredients for White Bean And Collard Greens Soup

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup Pinot Grigio wine
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 pound collard greens, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
4 cups reduced sodium fat free chicken broth
2 (15-ounce) cans Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained

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How to Make White Bean And Collard Greens Soup

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced.
Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened and translucent.
Add 1/2 cup dry white wine, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is almost evaporated.
Stir in 1 pound collard greens, chopped, 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, and 4 cups vegetable broth.
Cover the Dutch oven, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 8 minutes, or until the collard greens are tender.
Add 2 (15-ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained.
Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the soup is thoroughly heated through. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with extra thyme before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

10g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make White Bean And Collard Greens Soup?

White Bean And Collard Greens Soup takes about 58 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 43 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in White Bean And Collard Greens Soup?

White Bean And Collard Greens Soup has approximately 225.2 calories per serving, with about 23 g protein, 10 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for White Bean And Collard Greens Soup?

The key ingredients for White Bean And Collard Greens Soup are Olive Oil, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, Pinot Grigio Wine, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.