Lemony White Bean Soup with Kale

canned white beans

🥗Healthier: dried white beans

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Chickpeas are often less expensive and add a different texture.

kale

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Collard greens are usually cheaper and provide a similar flavor.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.

Add canned white beans, thyme, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper; reduce heat to a simmer.

Simmer for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

Stir in chopped kale and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Add lemon juice and zest; stir to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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