Description
A bright, creamy, and nutrient-dense soup featuring white cannellini beans and a zesty lemon finish. Perfect for a healthy lunch or a light winter dinner.
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 large lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 60 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the cannellini beans and vegetable broth, then bring to a simmer for 10 minutes.
- Use an immersion blender or masher to crush about 1/3 of the beans for creaminess.
- Remove pot from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest.
- Fold in fresh parsley and season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired