Description
Creamy Rosemary & Roasted Garlic White Bean Soup is a comforting and flavorful dish that blends the earthiness of white beans with fragrant rosemary and sweet roasted garlic. This silky smooth, dairy-free soup offers robust taste and satisfying nutrition, perfect for any season as a wholesome lunch, dinner, or cozy snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked white beans (Cannellini or Great Northern), drained
- 2 whole garlic bulbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Slice the top off the garlic bulbs to expose the cloves, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap them in foil, and roast for 35-40 minutes until the garlic is soft and caramelized.
- Sauté the Onion and Rosemary: In a large pot, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and fresh rosemary, sautéing until the onions become translucent and the rosemary releases its fragrant aroma, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Beans and Broth: Add the drained white beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Blend Until Creamy: Remove the roasted garlic cloves from their skins and add them to the soup. Using an immersion blender, blend the soup until mostly smooth, leaving some bean bits for texture. Alternatively, transfer to a countertop blender in batches and puree, then return to the pot.
- Season and Finish: Stir in salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice to brighten the flavors. Adjust seasoning as needed, heat through gently, and serve warm.
Notes
- Roast garlic slowly for maximum sweetness and flavor depth.
- Use fresh rosemary for a vibrant herbal note instead of dried.
- Blend until just smooth; leaving small bean pieces adds pleasant texture.
- Adjust broth amount to achieve your preferred soup thickness.
- Flavors improve when the soup rests overnight, making it ideal for make-ahead meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: white bean soup, roasted garlic soup, rosemary soup, creamy soup, vegan soup, gluten free soup, healthy soup
