As the days turn cooler and the leaves start to fall, there’s nothing quite like a bowl of warm, comforting soup. Our Creamy Vegan White Bean Soup is the perfect antidote to chilly weather. It’s packed with protein-rich white beans and a blend of classic herbs, all while being dairy-free and utterly delicious.
Gather Your Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil – the start of any good soup
- Aromatics: 1 large onion and 3 cloves of garlic, minced – the flavor foundation
- Veggie crunch: 2 carrots and 2 celery stalks, all chopped up
- Beans: 3 cans of white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed – the heart of the soup
- 4 cups vegetable broth – the base that brings it all together
- Herbs: 1 teaspoon each of dried thyme and dried rosemary – for that herby backdrop
- Seasoning: Salt and pepper, tailored to your taste
- Creaminess: 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any non-dairy milk) – the twist that takes it to creamy dreamland
- Brightness: Juice of 1 lemon – for a touch of zest
- Garnish: Fresh parsley – because a little green makes everything better
Preparation Method:
1. Veggie Sauté:
Heat olive oil over medium heat and toss in your onions, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté them until they’re softened and fragrant, setting the stage for a flavorsome soup.
2. Bean Bonanza:
Add those white beans to your pot, ready to soak up all the flavors you’ve started to build.
3. Broth and Boil:
Pour in your vegetable broth. Sprinkle in the thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Give it a good stir, then bring it all to a boil. Once there, reduce the heat, cover, and let the flavors become fast friends in a simmer.
4. Blending Magic:
Here’s where the creaminess kicks in. Use an immersion blender right in the pot to blend your soup into a smooth, velvety concoction. If you don’t have one, a blender works just fine—just be careful with the hot liquid.
5. Final Flavors:
Stir in the almond milk and a splash of lemon juice for that last layer of flavor. Have a taste, and adjust the seasoning as needed.
6. The Simmering Finish:
Let the soup simmer for a bit longer to get everything nice and hot again.
7. Serve it Up:
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with parsley. Each spoonful is a warm hug for your taste buds.
Nutritional Goodness:
This soup is more than just good; it’s good for you. Each serving packs in 10-12 grams of protein and 10-12 grams of fiber, making it a hearty and healthful choice. Plus, it’s low in sugar and can be made lower in sodium by adjusting the salt and broth.