Save It A hearty flavorful soup featuring savory sausage creamy white beans and tender vegetables—ready in just 15 minutes for a satisfying meal.
I made this white bean soup on a chilly weeknight and loved how quickly it came together without sacrificing flavor. It's now my go-to meal when time is short but I crave something cozy.
Ingredients
- Cooked smoked sausage: 300 g (10 oz) sliced (such as kielbasa)
- Onion: 1 medium finely chopped
- Carrots: 2 medium diced
- Celery: 2 stalks diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves minced
- Baby spinach (optional): 2 cups
- White beans: 2 cans (400 g/14 oz each) drained and rinsed (cannellini or navy)
- Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth: 4 cups (1 liter)
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Dried thyme: 1 tsp
- Dried oregano: 1/2 tsp
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional): 1/4 tsp
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the base:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Sauté sausage:
- Add sausage slices and cook for 2 minutes until lightly browned.
- Add vegetables:
- Add onion carrots and celery. Cook for 3 minutes stirring occasionally until vegetables begin to soften.
- Add aromatics and spices:
- Stir in garlic thyme oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add beans and broth:
- Add white beans and broth. Bring to a gentle boil then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Wilt greens and finish:
- Stir in baby spinach if using until wilted. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Serve hot with crusty bread if desired.
Save It This soup was a hit when I shared it with my family everyone enjoyed the comforting taste and my kids asked for seconds.
Substitutions & Variations
Swap baby spinach for kale or Swiss chard or use plant-based sausage and vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
Tools You'll Need
You'll need a large soup pot cutting board chefs knife wooden spoon or spatula and a ladle for serving.
Nutrition Information
Each serving provides approximately 350 calories 14 g fat 35 g carbohydrates and 20 g protein.
Save It Enjoy this satisfying soup any time year for a quick hearty meal. Perfect paired with fresh bread and a simple salad.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use a different type of sausage?
Yes, smoked kielbasa or any cooked smoked sausage works well and adds rich flavor to the soup.
- → What beans are best for this dish?
White beans such as cannellini or navy beans provide a creamy texture and mild taste that complements the sausage.
- → Is it possible to make this soup vegetarian?
Absolutely. Substitute plant-based sausage and vegetable broth to keep it flavorful without meat.
- → Can I substitute baby spinach with other greens?
Yes, kale or Swiss chard are great alternatives that hold up well when simmered in the soup.
- → How can I add brightness to the flavor?
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice added before serving enhances the soup’s overall freshness and balance.
- → What tools do I need to prepare this dish?
A large soup pot, cutting board, chef’s knife, wooden spoon or spatula, and a ladle for serving.