Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
This Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup is the ultimate comfort food, ready in just 30 minutes. After making it dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it creamy without any dairy. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas Recipe and Easy Baked Turmeric Chicken with Spring Vegetables.
Why This Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner Is Pure Comfort
- Creamy texture without dairy
- Packed with protein and fiber
- Ready in 30 minutes
What You'll Need for Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese
- Optional: Crusty bread, sliced and toasted
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Kale: You can substitute spinach or Swiss chard if you prefer.
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How to Make Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
- Step 1: Sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in a large pot until softened.
- Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Step 3: Add cannellini beans and kale. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamy texture. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the kale. It can become bitter if cooked too long. Add it towards the end of cooking.
- Tip: For a smoother soup, blend it longer. For a chunkier soup, blend it less.
- Tip: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Storing & Reheating Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Freezing Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a heartier soup, add cooked sausage or shredded chicken.
- Best substitution: Substitute the kale with spinach or Swiss chard for a milder flavor.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or broth.
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Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bunch kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
Seasonings
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Crusty bread, sliced and toasted
Instructions
- Step 1: Sauté onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in a large pot until softened.
- Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Step 3: Add cannellini beans and kale. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Step 4: Use an immersion blender to partially blend the soup for a creamy texture. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a heartier soup, add cooked sausage or shredded chicken.
- Best substitution: Substitute the kale with spinach or Swiss chard for a milder flavor.
- Make-ahead: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to suit your needs.
- Troubleshooting: If the soup is too thick, thin it out with a little water or broth.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in a pot on the stove over medium heat until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: This soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 16g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbs: 42g
- Fiber: 12g
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner FAQs
Yes, this soup can be made up to 2 days ahead and reheated when ready to serve.
Overcooking the kale can cause it to become bitter. Add it towards the end of cooking to prevent this.
Yes, this soup can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, cook the soup on the stove until the beans are tender, then transfer to the slow cooker and cook on low for 4-6 hours.
You can substitute the kale with spinach or Swiss chard for a milder flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy White Bean and Kale Soup for Easy Dinner and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
