Tuscan White Bean Spinach Soup (Printable)

Creamy beans, spinach, and vegetables slow-cooked with Italian herbs for a comforting, hearty main dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large yellow onion, diced
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
03 - 2 celery stalks, sliced
04 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
05 - 4 cups baby spinach, packed

→ Beans

06 - 2 cans (15 oz each) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

→ Broth & Liquids

07 - 6 cups vegetable broth (gluten-free if needed)
08 - 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juice

→ Herbs & Seasonings

09 - 2 teaspoons dried Italian herbs or 1 teaspoon dried oregano and 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
11 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
12 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Finishing Touches

13 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
15 - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving (optional)

# How To Make:

01 - Place diced onion, sliced carrots, celery, and minced garlic into the crockpot.
02 - Incorporate drained cannellini beans, diced tomatoes with juice, and vegetable broth into the slow cooker.
03 - Add dried Italian herbs, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Stir thoroughly to combine.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours, allowing vegetables and beans to become tender.
05 - Fifteen minutes prior to serving, stir in packed baby spinach and olive oil. Allow spinach to wilt.
06 - Taste and make final adjustments to seasonings if necessary.
07 - Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • This soup is packed with flavor but requires almost no fuss—just gentle chopping and layering.
  • The creamy beans and delicate spinach turn out perfectly every time with the slow cooker, making it a go-to for gatherings.
02 -
  • Once I forgot to rinse the canned beans and the soup turned out way too salty—always rinse them well.
  • I used to toss in the spinach early, but waiting until the last moment keeps the leaves tender and vivid.
03 -
  • Mash some beans for creaminess before adding spinach—it changes the texture entirely.
  • Adding the spinach near the end keeps its color and nutrients intact.
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