Description
Hearty Lemon Rosemary White Bean Soup brings Mediterranean comfort to winter dining. Fragrant herbs and zesty citrus create a satisfying meal packed with protein and warmth you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cans (15 oz/425 g) white beans (cannellini, great northern, or chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 4 – 5 cups low sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsps olive oil or ¼ cup water
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 large carrots, sliced or diced
- 2 stalks celery, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsps tahini
- 1 – 2 lemons, juice of 1
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh chopped parsley, to serve
Instructions
- Foundation: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Vegetable Sauté: Add onions, carrots, and celery, gently cooking until vegetables soften and release their aromatics, approximately 5-6 minutes.
- Herbal Enhancement: Introduce garlic, thyme, and rosemary, stirring to distribute herbs evenly and awaken their intense flavors without scorching.
- Liquid Composition: Combine white beans, vegetable broth, and tahini, seasoning with salt and black pepper to build depth and complexity.
- Cooking Process: Bring the mixture to a vigorous boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer, covering partially to concentrate flavors and allow slight reduction.
- Flavor Development: Simmer for 10-12 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure even cooking and harmonious blending of ingredients.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from heat, splash with fresh lemon juice to brighten the soup’s profile and add a crisp, citrusy dimension.
- Final Refinement: Let the soup rest briefly, allowing broth to slightly thicken and flavors to meld, then taste and adjust seasonings as needed for a perfectly balanced result.
Notes
- Herb Infusion Tip: Crush rosemary and thyme between your fingers before adding to release maximum aromatic oils and enhance the soup’s flavor profile.
- Bean Texture Trick: Gently mash a portion of white beans against the pot’s side to create a creamier, more luxurious soup consistency.
- Lemon Brightness Technique: Add fresh lemon juice only at the end of cooking to preserve its vibrant citrus notes and prevent potential bitterness.
- Serving Enhancement: Drizzle high-quality extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle fresh herbs on top just before serving to elevate the soup’s sensory experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg