Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup
A comforting, one-pot soup bursting with cannellini beans, kale, and sun-dried tomatoes, simmered to perfect tenderness without extra dishes. This mediterranean-inspired one pot (vegetarian, gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs olive oil, medium onion, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion
- 2 carrots
- 2 stalks celery
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 2 cups kale
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat, then add 1 diced onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced celery stalks; cook for 5-6 minutes until softened and the onion is translucent.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in 1 can cannellini beans, 1 can diced tomatoes, and 4 cups vegetable broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 2 cups chopped kale, 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano; season with salt and pepper to taste, then simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender and flavors meld.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Creamy Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Restaurant quality! Can't believe how easy this was.
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.