Slow-Simmered White Bean Soup
A hearty, comforting soup made with canned beans and seasonal vegetables, simmered to blend flavors for a satisfying meal. This mediterranean-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 40 minutes pairs (15 oz), drained and rinsed white beans, chicken broth, diced carrot 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
- 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed white beans
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1, diced carrot
- 1 stalk, diced celery
- 1/2, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp dried rosemary
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 diced onion, 1 diced carrot, and 1 diced celery stalk, and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 can white beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup broth, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp dried rosemary, and salt and black pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Step 4: Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- Step 5: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered White Bean 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 Slow-Simmered White Bean 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 chicken broth from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered White Bean 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 Slow-Simmered White Bean 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 Slow-Simmered White Bean 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved this soup! Perfect for a cold evening with crusty bread.
- ★★★★★
My kids begged for seconds. The slow-simmered flavor is magic.
- ★★★★☆
Delicious base, but I added extra garlic and rosemary to boost the flavor.
