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Wholesome White Bean & Kale Detox Soup

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A deeply savory, herb-flecked broth with tender white beans and ribbons of kale that still have a little bite. This soup is simple, honest, and satisfying without weighing you down.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 4 to 5 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 large bunch kale (about 6 cups chopped), stems removed and leaves torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, plus more for serving
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the vegetables have softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir constantly for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the dried thyme, crushed rosemary, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for another 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
  4. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the drained and rinsed cannellini beans. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  5. Add the chopped kale in handfuls, stirring after each addition until wilted. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the kale is tender but still has a slight chew.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  7. Let the soup rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For an even richer broth, reserve the kale stems and add them during the simmering stage, then fish them out before serving. This soup tastes even better the next day. Add fresh lemon juice to leftovers when reheating to keep the flavor bright.

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