Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach Soup
A hearty, warming soup combining creamy white beans with fresh spinach and fragrant Italian herbs, perfect for a nutritious meal. This Italian-inspired soup recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, olive oil, yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 large, diced carrot
- 2, diced celery stalks
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion, 1 large diced carrot, and 2 diced celery stalks. Sauté for 6-7 minutes until vegetables soften and edges start to brown.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth and 2 cups drained cannellini beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Step 4: Stir in 4 cups fresh spinach leaves and cook for 3 minutes until wilted. Season with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice to brighten the soup before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach Soup take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 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 Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach 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 Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach 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 Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach 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 Herb-Infused White Bean and Spinach Soup vegetarian?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
