Description
Nourishing White Bean, Escarole, and Lemon Soup is the ultimate cozy dish that warms the soul. This wholesome soup features creamy white beans, vibrant escarole, and a zesty lemon kick, making it perfect for chilly evenings or a comforting weeknight dinner. It’s easy to prepare and sure to bring everyone together around the table. Each spoonful is packed with flavor and nutrition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups fresh escarole, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Rinse and drain the white beans.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, warm olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 2 minutes).
- Add greens: Stir in chopped escarole and cook until wilted (about 3 minutes).
- Pour in broth: Add vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate beans: Fold in the white beans along with salt and pepper; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Finish with lemon: Stir in lemon juice and zest before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg