Tomato Soup with White Beans
Posted: 10/30/2013
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This tomato soup is creamy and full of protein thanks to the addition of white beans. Filling and healthy, a perfect option for lunch or dinner. Vegan option also available!
Remember that one time when my little man, N, slept in until 7:30? And I mentioned that I hoped it wasn’t a fluke?
Ha.
It was.
Not only did he wake up at 5 today, but he was also awake pretty much from 11-2. So I slept from 2-5. Awesomeness, right?
I was sitting there, rocking him in the pitch black living room. Enjoying the cuddles, yes. Thinking to myself, wow, I am so blessed to be holding this precious little miracle.
But let’s get real, momma needs her sleep. Will someone please send my little ball of energy the memo that sleeping is pretty much the cat’s meow? That all the cool kids are doing it? That it’s going to help him grow into a tall, strong basketball player?
Please?
About this tomato soup
So this tomato soup is really great because it doesn’t require much hands on time, it’s healthy, and it is filling, thanks to the “secret” addition of pureed white beans. The beans give the soup a creamy texture but also pack it full of protein. Use a can of cannellini beans or white kidney beans, rinsed and drained. Great Northern beans or navy beans would work fine, too.
You probably have everything you need in your pantry and refrigerator.
- olive oil
- onion
- garlic
- dried herbs and spices
- canned diced tomatoes
- canned cannellini beans
- milk
Milk adds more creaminess and protein. Use skim milk if you’re looking to cut calories, whole milk if that’s your preference, or better still, stir in a little half-and-half or heavy cream. If you’re vegan, use a dairy free milk in this recipe.
Use either a blender or an immersion blender to achieve a very creamy texture. Be careful, though, the soup is hot!
Tomato soup is delicious with homemade croutons sprinkled on top, Or serve it with cheesy Italian bread or a crusty loaf of multigrain bread with restaurant style dipping oil. Grilled cheese sandwiches and tomato soup are a classic combination, too.
If you’re loving your Instant Pot, try this tomato soup recipe.
And…with that…there is a baby to be rocked. Looks like it is going to be another long night. Someone have that chat with my little man ASAP, please.
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Servings
This tomato soup is creamy and full of protein thanks to the addition of white beans. Filling and healthy, a perfect option for lunch or dinner. Vegan option also available!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 small yellow onion, diced small
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon dried crushed rosemary
- 1 and 1/4 cups skim milk
- 2 cans (14.5 oz each) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz.) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, saute the onions in the olive oil for about 7 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and herbs and continue to cook for about 2 minutes or until fragrant.
- Add all ingredients to a blender (or leave it all in the saucepan and use an immersion blender) and blend until smooth.
- Put back into saucepan and heat for 15-20 minutes over medium low heat or until heated through.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe would work fine with cannellini beans, great northern beans, or navy beans, whatever you happen to have in your pantry.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 1of 4, Calories: 143kcal, Carbohydrates: 18g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 7g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g, Sodium: 302mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 8g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
Michelle says
Thanks for the soup recipe! I had some issues with it as the tinned tomatoes didn’t require any cooking (just warming at the end of the recipe). So the soup tasted a lot like the inside of the tin!
The second time I made it, I added all the ingredients (except the milk) to the pot instead of the blender. Then added some chicken stock for more flavor and simmeredsimmered for 30 mins. This variation was much better and didn’t taste like the tin.
Rachel Gurk says
Thanks for the helpful feedback! I’ve never tasted that tinny taste but maybe it’s the kind of tomatoes I buy. :)
Amanda says
Hi Rachel!
So excited to try this recipe!! I’m wondering if the herbs in there are dried or fresh. My guess would be that the marjoram and thyme are dried and the crushed rosemary is fresh…but I wanted to be sure for measurements sake!
Thanks :)
-Amanda
Rachel Gurk says
I used all dried herbs in this recipe. :) I’ll clarify that in the recipe too – thanks for asking!
Kathryn says
Wonderful addition of beans to make this more hearty and filling – the perfect winter soup!
Laura says
so, would the vegan option be non-dairy milk? if so, what kind works best?
Rachel Gurk says
Yes! Sorry — I believe the original (vegan) recipe recommended almond milk.
sarah k @ the pajama chef says
hope the sleep thing improves soon!! in the meantime, this soup sounds like the perfect easy dinner option :)
Taylor @ greens & chocolatecolate says
I hope you get some sleep soon, mama! At least you have this soup to hunker down with…it looks wonderful! I’m a lover of all tomato soups and I love that this one has beans in it!
Bree (Skinny Mommy) says
Oh no! I hope the sleeping gets better-nothing can make someone more crazed than no sleep! I love the addition of the white beans here-yum!
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps says
I have never thought to puree white beans into soup — love that idea!! Looks dee-lish. I hope you get some solid sleep tonight ;)
Laura (Blogging Over Thyme) says
I love white beans! Especially with tomato anything. This looks wonderful, love it Rachel. Totally my kind of soup :) Hope you got to sleep a bit more!!
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
Oh poor thing! I’m a zombie without enough sleep but I’m sure he’ll pull through and everyone will be back to normal again soon. This soup looks so comforting and delicious!
Laura @ The Rookie Cook says
This soup looks great – something my mom would love with the added beans!! :) Sorry about the lack of sleep, I know that’s no fun :(
Mary W. says
Enjoy the cuddles…this too shall pass.
I’ll have to try this soup!
Colleen @ What's Baking in the Barbershop?! says
I’m in such soup mode now that the cool weather is here in Boston! I love the addition of the white beans, aaaand I love how easy this is. :)
Hope the little man sleeps more for you soon!
Caroline @ chocolate & carrots says
I dear, I hope you all get some sleep soon! No fun. On another note, this soup looks fantastic! What a great way to add creaminess and veggies! :D
denise says
interesting addition with white beans