Heavenly Hearty and Healthy Soup

Warm your soul with a bowl of Heavenly Hearty and Healthy Soup, a nourishing and flavorful blend of fresh vegetables, protein-packed cannellini beans, and fragrant herbs simmered to perfection. This one-pot wonder combines tender chunks of zucchini, vibrant kale, and a medley of sautéed onions, carrots, and celery, all swimming in a savory vegetable broth. A hint of fresh parsley and a splash of zesty lemon juice add a refreshing finish to this comforting and satisfying dish. Ready in under an hour and easily customizable, this gluten-free, vegetarian soup is perfect for meal prep or a wholesome weeknight dinner. Serve it with crusty bread for a complete, filling meal the whole family will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 large, diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 cups, chopped kale
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups cooked cannellini beans
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini, chopped kale, canned diced tomatoes (with juice), and vegetable broth to the pot.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked cannellini beans, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Discard the bay leaf and taste the soup, adjusting the salt and pepper as needed.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped parsley and fresh lemon juice just before serving for a bright, fresh finish.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and serve warm with your favorite crusty bread or crackers, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3181 grams (3181.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1735

Total Fat 57.10g	73%
Saturated Fat 10.80g	54%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.00g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 8611mg	374%
Total Carbohydrate 247.50g	90%
Dietary Fiber 68.30g	244%
Total Sugars 68.60g
Protein 72.50g	145%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1068mg	82%
Iron 27mg	148%
Potassium 7823mg	166%

*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: 28.6%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 55.2%