🍲 Hearty Vegan Tuscan Soup – Cozy, Flavorful & Nutritious

 

This Vegan Tuscan Soup is hearty, nourishing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Made with creamy cannellini beans, fresh vegetables, kale, and herbs, it’s the perfect plant-based comfort food for chilly nights. With a rich broth base and just the right touch of Italian seasoning, this soup is filling, healthy, and deeply satisfying.

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Tuscan Soup

• 100% Plant-Based – No meat, dairy, or cream needed for bold, hearty flavor.

• High-Protein & Fiber-Rich – Cannellini beans make this soup hearty and nutritious.

• Meal-Prep Friendly – Tastes even better the next day.

• Comforting & Flavorful – A wholesome balance of veggies, beans, herbs, and spices.

🥬 Ingredients You’ll Need

To make this hearty Tuscan bean soup, gather:

• 3 (15-ounce) cans of cannellini beans (or swap one can for butter beans or any white bean)

• 1 large onion, diced

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 large carrots, chopped

• 1 celery stalk, diced

• ⅓ cup white wine

• 2 cups chopped kale, stems removed

• 4 cups vegetable broth

• 1 Tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

• ¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning

• 2 bay leaves

• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

• ½ teaspoon dried oregano

• Fresh lemon juice, to finish

🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sauté the Base

Heat a few tablespoons of vegetable broth in a large pot. Add onion and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook for another 10 minutes until slightly browned.

2. Deglaze with Wine

Pour in white wine and simmer until most of the liquid evaporates.

3. Add Broth & Beans

Stir in tomato paste, beans, broth, herbs, and spices (except kale). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

4. Blend for Creaminess

Remove bay leaves. Use an immersion blender to pulse the soup a few times, creating a creamy texture while keeping some beans whole. Add extra broth if needed.

5. Finish with Kale & Lemon

Stir in kale and let it wilt for a few minutes. Remove from heat and finish with a squeeze of lemon. Adjust seasoning to taste.

🍞 Serving Suggestions for Vegan Tuscan Soup

• Serve with crusty bread or garlic toast for dipping.

• Pair with a simple side salad for a light meal.

• Top with fresh parsley or vegan parmesan for extra flavor.

• Meal-prep a big batch and enjoy throughout the week.

💡 Pro Tips

• Add sun-dried tomatoes for a rich umami kick.

• Swap kale for spinach or Swiss chard if preferred.