Description
Lemon asparagus white bean soup is a light, creamy delight that elevates your dining experience with its refreshing blend of zesty lemon, tender asparagus, and hearty white beans. This vibrant soup is not only easy to make but also visually stunning, making it a perfect choice for cozy dinners or to impress guests. Each bowl offers a nourishing taste of spring, ensuring warmth on chilly days while being healthy enough for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add chopped asparagus and cook for an additional 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in vegetable broth and white beans; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Blend the soup until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender (leave some chunks if desired).
- Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with lemon zest or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg