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Rosemary and Roasted Garlic White Bean Soup

Comforting Rosemary and Roasted Garlic White Bean Soup Recipe

This Rosemary and Roasted Garlic White Bean Soup is creamy, nutritious, and perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely weekends.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 230

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 whole head of garlic Provides deep sweetness when roasted
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Add richness and helps sauté vegetables
  • 1 medium onion Builds the savory base of the soup
  • 2 stalks celery Contributes fresh crunch and flavor depth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary Offers aromatic and piney flair
  • 2 cans cannellini beans Provides creamy texture and protein
  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth Keeps soup flavorful
  • 1 leaf bay leaf Infuses soup with flavor
  • to taste salt Essential for enhancing taste
  • to taste black pepper Essential for enhancing taste
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice Brightens overall flavors

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Immersion blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the whole head of garlic, drizzle it generously with olive oil, and wrap it tightly in aluminum foil. Place the wrapped garlic on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 35-40 minutes, until the cloves are soft and fragrant.
  2. While the garlic roasts, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Chop one onion and two celery stalks, then add them to the pot. Sauté these vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften.
  3. Carefully squeeze the soft cloves into the pot with the sautéed vegetables. Add in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh rosemary, stirring until the mixture is aromatic, about 1-2 minutes.
  4. Add in two cans of drained cannellini beans, 4 cups of low-sodium vegetable broth, one bay leaf, and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let the soup simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  5. After simmering, carefully remove the bay leaf from the soup. Use an immersion blender to blend the soup to your desired texture.
  6. Turn off the heat, and stir in 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a rustic feel, blend only half of the soup; this preserves some whole beans for delightful bites.

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