Tomato and White Bean Soup
Our Tomato and White Bean Soup is a perfect blend of hearty beans, juicy tomatoes, and a handful of fresh spinach, all simmered together to create a filling and satisfying dish.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 194kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 leek
- 1 tablespoon dried mixed herbs oregano, basil, thyme
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 14 oz cannellini beans 400g
- 14 oz chopped tinned tomatoes 400g
- 3 ½ cups Vegetable Stock 800 ml
- A handful Spinach
- Harissa for a spicy version
Instructions
- Wash, and finely chop the leek and mince the garlic.
- Using a large pot, heat some olive oil and sauté the leek, until it softens and begins to brown.
- Next, add the dried herbs, minced garlic, cumin powder, and sweet paprika, and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the chopped canned tomatoes and simmer for approximately 8 minutes over medium heat.
- Then, add the vegetable stock and cannellini beans.
- Allow the mixture to simmer, then add the fresh or frozen spinach, and a pinch of salt. Cook for an additional 2 minutes before turning off the heat.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, or basil and serve with crusty bread.
- Adjust with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1173mg | Potassium: 357mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1275IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 4mg