It’s ideal for meal prep or freezing and comes together easily in just 1 pot! While satisfying on its own, we also love it with Vegan Garlic Bread, Spicy Tempeh Sausage, or Pesto “Parmesan” Turkey Meatballs. Let us show you how it’s done!
Recipe Inspiration
This soup is inspired by our 1-Pot Tuscan Style Beef & Lentil Soup, but this version is plant-based and draws inspiration from Tuscan soups like zuppa di fagioli and ribollita.
How to Make Tuscan Kale and White Bean Soup
As with most good soups, this one starts with a savory base of sautéed onion, carrots, and celery. Next, we add tomato paste for richness, red pepper flakes for heat, and dried rosemary or thyme for herby goodness. Garlic is a must for an Italian-inspired soup, and basil, too! Next comes the vegetable broth, white beans, tomatoes, and salt and pepper, bringing us into soup territory. After simmering to develop the flavors, we lightly purée the mixture to break up some of the beans and create more cohesiveness. But if you want to keep it a little chunky, or don’t have an immersion blender, feel free to skip this step! Then it’s time for the kale, or whatever greens you have around (spinach, collards, or chard work, too!). The final touches are balsamic vinegar for sweetness and depth of flavor and coconut milk (or cashew cream) for dairy-free creaminess. We hope you LOVE this soup! It’s:HeartyNourishingCreamyWarmingSubtly spicy& SO comforting! Enjoy it on its own or top with fresh basil, Vegan Parmesan Cheese, and Garlicky Homemade Croutons for extra freshness, saltiness, and crunch. It also pairs nicely with protein-packed dishes like Spicy Tempeh Sausage or Pesto “Parmesan” Turkey Meatballs.
More Comforting Soup Recipes
1-Pot Chickpea Tomato Peanut Stew (West African-Inspired) Instant Pot Curried Lentil Soup (Indian-Inspired) 1-Pot Chickpea Noodle Soup Chicken Noodle Soup (Classic or Immune-Boosting!)
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