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Greek White Bean Soup With Garlic & Lemon

Luscious Greek White Bean Soup with Garlic & Lemon Bliss

This Greek White Bean Soup with Garlic & Lemon is a nourishing vegan dish that's both satisfying and delicious.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 250 grams Cannellini Beans Can substitute with small white beans like navy.
  • 6 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for best results.
  • 0.5 unit Onion Minced.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Chopped.
  • 1 unit Carrot Cut into thin slices.
  • 1 stick Celery Finely chopped.
  • 1 unit Lemon Zest + Juice Provides brightness and acidity.
  • Kosher Salt To taste.
  • Freshly Ground Pepper To taste.
  • 500 ml Vegetable Stock Optional for richer taste.
Optional Toppings
  • Fresh parsley Chopped.
  • Crusty Bread Perfect for dipping.

Equipment

  • Pot
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the beans overnight in cold water to enhance texture.
  2. Boil the soaked beans for about 3-4 minutes, then drain.
  3. Sauté minced onion and chopped garlic in olive oil for 5 minutes.
  4. Add boiled beans and either water or vegetable stock, then simmer for about 2 hours.
  5. Incorporate sliced carrot and chopped celery; season and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and zest; cook for an additional 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, soak beans overnight and adjust seasoning to taste during cooking.

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