Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
1 small yellow onion
4 cloves garlic
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon salt
Black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon dried, to taste
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh chopped basil or ½ to 1 teaspoon dried, to taste
1 to 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or ½ to 1 teaspoon dried, to taste
2 cans white beans (such as great northern, cannellini, or butter beans)
3 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
1 can (15 oz) fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
1-First, prepare all your ingredients by rinsing the beans, chopping the onion and tomatoes, and mincing the garlic. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother and faster.
2-Next, sauté the onion and garlic in a pot over medium heat until they’re soft and fragrant, using a bit of olive oil or broth to keep it light.
3-Then, add the diced tomatoes and spices like crushed red pepper; let them cook for about 5 minutes to build those deep flavors.
4-Pour in the vegetable broth and bring everything to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to mix the tastes.
5-Stir in the white beans and season with salt and pepper, adjusting to your liking for the perfect balance.
6-Let the soup simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors meld together, then blend partially if you want it creamy or leave it chunky for texture.
Last Step:
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🌿 Use fresh herbs for brighter flavor but dried herbs work well too.
🥄 Adjust crushed red pepper flakes to control heat level.
🍞 Serve with crusty bread or garlic bread for a complete meal experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Sautéing and simmering
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian optional vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl