One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika
Hearty soup simmered with cannellini beans, kale, and a hint of smoked paprika for depth. This mediterranean-inspired soups ready in about 32 minutes pairs cooked cannellini beans, chopped kale, low-sodium chicken broth 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 cups cooked cannellini beans
- 3 cups chopped kale
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté 1/2 cup diced onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 2: Stir in 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 2 cups cooked cannellini beans, 3 cups chopped kale, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook 10 minutes until kale wilts and flavors meld.
- Step 3: Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1 tsp lemon zest. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes more. Serve hot with extra kale for garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika take to make?
Total time is about 32 minutes (12 min prep + 20 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 One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika?
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 cooked cannellini beans from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika?
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 One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika 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 One-Pot White Bean and Kale Soup with Smoked Paprika?
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
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
