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Mediterranean White Bean Soup with Lemon and Herbs
80% authentic · Mediterranean
A bright and zesty white bean soup infused with Mediterranean flavors like lemon, garlic, oregano, and a touch of mint, offering a lighter take on the classic.
Ingredients
- Cannellini beans2 (15 oz) cans, rinsed and drained
- Olive oil3 tbsp
- Yellow onion1 small, finely chopped
- Garlic cloves4, minced
- Vegetable broth4 cups
- Lemon zest1 tsp
- Fresh oregano1 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh mint2 tbsp, chopped
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Lemon wedgesfor serving
Steps
- 1
In a medium pot, heat 2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- 2
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the rinsed cannellini beans, vegetable broth, lemon zest, and chopped oregano. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- 5
Stir in the chopped fresh mint.
- 6
Season generously with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 7
Ladle the soup into bowls. Drizzle with the remaining 1 tbsp of olive oil and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
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