Garlic Lovers White Bean Soup

Embrace the comforting warmth of this Garlic Lovers White Bean Soup, a creamy, flavor-packed delight that celebrates the rich, aromatic essence of garlic. With ten cloves of garlic as its star ingredient, this hearty soup combines tender cannellini beans, sautéed vegetables, and fragrant herbs like thyme and bay leaf, creating a savory base that’s both wholesome and irresistible. Blended to your desired consistency—silky smooth or delightfully chunky—and with an optional splash of heavy cream for added richness, this soup is a perfect blend of indulgence and nourishment. Quick and easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy weekend meals. Garnish with fresh parsley and pair with crusty bread for the ultimate satisfying bite. Perfect for garlic enthusiasts and fans of creamy soups alike, this recipe is sure to become a regular in your mealtime rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 10 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 3 cups cannellini beans (white beans), drained and rinsed
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme sprigs
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup heavy cream (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0 crusty bread, for serving (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, onion, celery, and carrot to the pot. Sauté for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the cannellini beans, vegetable broth, thyme sprigs, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and simmer the soup for 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5

Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaf from the pot. Use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency (completely smooth or slightly chunky). If you don’t have an immersion blender, transfer the soup in batches to a countertop blender and return to the pot afterward.

Step 6

If using heavy cream, stir it in after blending and heat gently for 2–3 minutes.

Step 7

Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with crusty bread if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2175.5 grams (2175.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1603

Total Fat 75.70g	97%
Saturated Fat 32.20g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 4150mg	180%
Total Carbohydrate 184.00g	67%
Dietary Fiber 40.90g	146%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 51.20g	102%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 633mg	49%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 3865mg	82%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 45.4%