Description
White Bean Lemon Soup is a comforting and refreshing dish that warms both your body and soul. With its creamy texture and zesty flavor, this soup is perfect for chilly evenings or whenever you need a comforting pick-me-up. Made with earthy white beans, bright lemon juice, and fragrant herbs, it’s not just a meal—it’s an experience. Easy to prepare and adaptable, this soup will have you dreaming of sunny days even in the heart of winter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white beans (canned or soaked dried)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic and chopped onion until soft and fragrant.
- Add rinsed white beans and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in thyme and rosemary; let flavors meld for about 5 minutes.
- Squeeze in fresh lemon juice, then blend soup until smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg