Description

This Smoky White Bean Soup with Garlic and Herbs is the perfect blend of creamy texture, earthy herbs, and a gentle smoky flavor that warms you from the inside out. It’s simple, hearty, and full of nourishing ingredients that make every spoonful deeply satisfying. Whether you’re curled up on a chilly evening or just craving a wholesome homemade meal, this soup delivers cozy comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cans (15 oz each) white beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups kale, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Add the white beans, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Use an immersion blender to puree the soup until smooth, or leave it chunky if you like a rustic texture.
Stir in the kale and cook for 5 minutes, until tender.
Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and stir well.
Ladle into bowls and top with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

For extra creaminess, add a splash of coconut milk or a spoonful of Greek yogurt before serving.
A sprinkle of smoked sea salt enhances the smoky flavor even more.
This soup thickens as it cools add a little extra broth when reheating if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American / Comfort Food

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: smoky white bean soup, garlic herb soup, kale soup, vegetarian comfort food