White Bean Soup With Tomato (Printable Version)

Creamy white bean base with vibrant tomato notes in this comforting Mediterranean soup ready in under an hour.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Beans & Base

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
05 - 4 cups vegetable broth

→ Tomatoes & Seasonings

06 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices
07 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
08 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Finishing Touches

13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
03 - Stir in beans, diced tomatoes with juices, tomato paste, thyme, oregano, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper.
04 - Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth and creamy, or transfer in batches to a blender.
06 - Stir in cream if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or basil.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour but tastes like it simmered all day
  • The humble ingredients transform into something surprisingly elegant and comforting
02 -
  • Hot soup expands dramatically when blended, never fill your blender more than half full and remove the center cap to let steam escape
  • The soup continues to thicken as it sits, thin with a splash of broth or water when reheating
03 -
  • Rinse your beans thoroughly until the water runs clear to avoid any metallic taste or excess foam
  • Use an immersion blender directly in the pot for easier cleanup and less mess
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