Mediterranean White Bean Soup

Mediterranean White Bean Soup

As we inch closer to summer, we can take advantage of some of the cooler days we have left to try out a new soup recipe! The white beans offer a great source of protein, while the spinach, carrots and celery offer up a delightful mixture of healthy vegetables. Give this a try and let us know your thoughts!

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion chopped
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 large carrot chopped
• 1 celery rib chopped
• 6 cups vegetable broth (you can substitute “Better Than Boullion” soup base and water)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 3 15-ounces canned white beans drained and rinsed
• 2 cups baby spinach
• Fresh parsley for serving
• Grated parmesan cheese for serving

Directions:

1. In a large pot or saucepan, heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions and cook until onions are translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, thyme ,oregano, salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
2. Add vegetable broth and beans, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to combine all of the flavors together. Stir in the spinach and continue to simmer until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.
3. Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley and grated parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately.

Adapted from: https://feelgoodfoodie.net/recipe/white-bean-soup/

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