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Smoky White Bean Soup with Garlic and Herbs

A hearty and flavorful soup featuring white beans, garlic, and herbs with a smoky twist.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh herbs: 2 tablespoons chopped parsley and 1 tablespoon chopped rosemary

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the drained white beans and bay leaf.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the fresh herbs.
  7. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

For a creamier texture, blend half the soup before adding herbs. This recipe is vegan and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Soup
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Protein: 12g