Mediterranean White Bean Soup

Mediterranean White Bean Soup

Try this vegan Mediterranean White Bean Soup for lunch or dinner. It's a quick gluten free soup recipe that's filled with vegetables and plant-based protein.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion

    chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves

    minced

  • 3 large carrots

    chopped

  • 3 celery stalks

    chopped

  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 canned white beans

    15-ounces

  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • Grated parmesan cheese

    for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot or saucepan, heat the olive over medium high heat. Add onions and cook until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, carrots, celery, thyme, oregano, salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add vegetable broth and beans, bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to combine all of the flavors together.

  3. 3

    Stir in the spinach and continue to simmer until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes

  4. 4

    Remove from heat, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese, if desired, and serve immediately.

Mediterranean White Bean Soup

Mediterranean White Bean Soup

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About this Recipe

Craving a healthy, comforting meal that comes together quickly? This Mediterranean White Bean Soup is your answer, offering a flavorful, plant-based, and gluten-free option perfect for any day of the week.

What makes this Mediterranean White Bean Soup so special is its elegant simplicity and efficiency. By combining a classic aromatic base of onion, garlic, carrots, and celery with hearty white beans and fragrant Mediterranean herbs, you achieve a deeply satisfying soup without hours of simmering. It’s a testament to how humble ingredients can create something truly nourishing and delicious.

Expect a bowl brimming with tender, sweet carrots and celery, earthy white beans, and vibrant baby spinach, all swimming in a rich, savory vegetable broth. The dried thyme and oregano infuse the liquid with a warm, herbaceous character that transports you straight to the Mediterranean coast. This robust soup feels both light and incredibly fulfilling, packed with plant-based protein and essential nutrients, making it a wonderful choice for a wholesome meal. It’s naturally vegan and gluten-free, satisfying a wide range of dietary needs without compromising on flavor.

Feel free to get creative with your Mediterranean White Bean Soup. While white beans are classic, you could easily swap them for cannellini or great northern beans if that's what you have on hand. For an extra pop of green, consider adding other quick-cooking greens like kale or Swiss chard alongside the spinach. To ensure a completely vegan dish, simply omit the grated Parmesan cheese when serving.

Serve this hearty and flavorful soup as a light lunch or a satisfying dinner. A crusty slice of bread on the side would be a delightful accompaniment, perfect for soaking up every last drop of the savory broth.

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