Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale
A comforting, protein-rich soup made with cannellini beans, fresh herbs, and hearty kale, simmered to perfection. This mediterranean-inspired soups ready in about 34 minutes pairs stems removed and chopped kale, chicken bone broth, medium, finely diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 225 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 cans (15 oz each), drained and rinsed cannellini beans
- 3 cups, stems removed and chopped kale
- 4 cups chicken bone broth
- 1 medium, finely diced onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then stir in dried oregano and 1/4 tsp sea salt.
- Step 3: Pour in chicken bone broth, add drained cannellini beans, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Step 4: Stir in chopped kale and cook for 5-7 minutes until kale is tender but still vibrant green. Season with remaining 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale take to make?
Total time is about 34 minutes (12 min prep + 22 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 Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale?
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 chicken bone broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale?
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 Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale 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.
What goes well with Herbed White Bean Soup with Kale?
Mediterranean soups like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Best recipe I've made this month.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
