Spinach & White Bean Soup with Parmesan

Preparation Time:

30 min

Ingredients:

• 2 cups of fresh spinach
• 1 can (15 oz) of white beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 4 cups of vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)

Kitchen Tools Needed:

• large pot
• blender
• wooden spoon
• measuring cups
• knife
• cutting board

Instructions:

• In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
• Add the chopped onion and garlic, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
• Stir in the white beans, vegetable broth, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).
• Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Add the fresh spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach wilts.
• Remove the pot from heat and let it cool slightly.
• Using a blender, puree the soup until smooth. Return to pot over low heat to warm through.
• Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.

Macros:

• Total Calories: 263kcal
• Carbs: 28g
• Proteins: 14g
• Fats: 9g