Kale and White Bean Soup is the kind of recipe I come back to again and again, simple, nourishing, and surprisingly satisfying. Made with creamy cannellini beans, tender potatoes, and hearty kale, this soup feels comforting without being heavy.
Course Soup
Keyword kale, soup, vegetarian, white bean
Prep Time 15 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 45 minutesminutes
Servings 6people
Equipment
Large Dutch oven or soup pot
Immersion blender (optional, but it makes blending soup so easy)
Sharp knife and cutting board
Ladle for serving
Ingredients
1-2tbspolive oil
1large oniondiced
3 celery stalkschopped
1carrotschipped
3cloves garlicminced
8cupsvegetable broth
1potatopeeled and chopped
115 oz cancannellini white beansdrained
2cupsfresh kale
Salt and pepperto taste
Optional toppings:
parmesan, crispy garlic, red pepper flakes, olive oil
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat.
Sauté onion, celery, and carrots for 5–10 minutes until soft.
Add garlic and cook 1–2 minutes.
Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
Blend partially with an immersion blender (optional).
Add chopped potato and simmer 15–20 minutes until tender.
Turn off heat and stir in white beans and kale.
Season with salt and pepper, add toppings, and serve.
Notes
Refrigerator: Keep in airtight containers for 4–5 days. Perfect for quick lunches or easy dinners.
Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Make sure it’s completely cooled first to maintain the best texture and flavor.
Reheating: Heat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or water if the soup has thickened.