Tuscan White Bean Soup

Tuscan White Bean Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings the rustic taste of Tuscany to your kitchen. Packed with protein-rich white beans and aromatic herbs, it's a nourishing option that fits perfectly into a keto lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Canned white beans (cannellini or great northern) - 400 g
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Vegetable broth (low sodium) - 500 ml
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Dried rosemary - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh spinach - 100 g
• Parmesan cheese - 30 g, grated (for serving)

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add the minced garlic, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Drain and rinse the canned white beans, then add them to the pot along with the vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the soup cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
5. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein which supports muscle health.
• Rich in fiber promoting digestive health.

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