Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (2024)

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You can tell by the different soup recipes I’ve posted on Dine & Dish throughout the years that I turn to soup for comfort. My mentality has always been the creamier, the heartier, the cheesier, the better! Why waste time and calories on a “healthy” soup? Surely they don’t taste as good as a big, steaming bowl of, let’s say, baked potato soup?

Then I met Sarah Jenks and started going through the Live More Weigh Less Mastery program, and began to really understand my not so great relationship with food. I’m discovering that the decisions I make every day with some of my less than stellar food choices are going to be really hard habits to break. But, I’m working on it…and with the artillery of information Sarah is sharing, I’m really starting to break through some life long barriers and am changing my relationship with food. Which brings me to this Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup recipe.Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (2)

This soup is not creamy. It’s definitely not cheesy. It is chock full of some serious veggies and packed with the protein power of beans. And you know what? It’s comforting. It’s flavorful. It’s fantastic! Who knew?

I don’t feel like I’m depriving myself one bit with this soup. In fact I feel pretty darn good knowing that I’m putting some great stuff into my body and fulfilling my need for nourishment without sacrificing one ounce of flavor. This doesn’t mean I’m going to deprive myself of creamy baked potato soup – in fact I have that on the menu for Thursday night. But I now have something in my recipe repertoire that is a great, filling substitute when I want a healthy bowl full of comfort. That makes me happy!

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Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup

This hearty and healthy 2 Bean Soup with Kale is full of powerful anti oxidants, protein and great flavors!

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 Tablespoons garlic minced
  • 1 Vidilia onion chopped
  • 4 cups raw kale washed, chopped and spines removed
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth divided
  • 1 15 ounce can Bush's Canellini Beans
  • 1 15 ounce can Bush's Dark Red Kidney Beans
  • 4 carrots thinly sliced
  • 1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Fresh cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large stock pot heat olive oil.

  • Add garlic and onion; sauté until onion is transparent.

  • Add Kale. Sauté, stirring until Kale is wilted and a bright green, about 10 minutes.

  • Slowly stir in the broth, beans, carrots, tomatoes, herbs, salt and pepper. Simmer over medium heat until vegetables are tender and soup is heated completely through, about 20 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Adapted from Food.com

Disclosure: I am honored to be a compensated brand ambassador for Bush’s Beans. All opinions expressed are my own.

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  1. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (4)Heather says

    I am so excited to hear whatever you want to share about your journey with Sarah’s program! I am just so proud of you sweet girl 🙂 And this soup looks so flavorful – I wouldn’t miss the cheese or cream at all!

  2. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (6)patsy says

    It is so hard to break unhealthy food habits! It’s something I struggle with regularly. This soup looks delicious! I keep meaning to try kale but haven’t since I just don’t know what to do with it! This soup looks like a great way to try it.

  3. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (7)Angie says

    I love how healthy this is, yum!

  4. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (8)Krista @ Joyful Healthy Eats says

    Wow! I am a soup person as well! Seriously loving all the nutrients you packed into this awesome bowl of soup, looks yummy! Can’t wait to give it a try!

  5. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (9)Tieghan says

    I love a good thick and hearty soup too, but I am all about adding beans and kale! They are some of my favorite foods, but I never get to cook too much with the beans since my family hates them. Bummer, but I still manage to eat them everyday! Soup time! 🙂

  6. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (10)Trish - Mom On Timeout says

    This is seriously the most gorgeous bowl of soup EVER. I actually WANT to eat this AND it’s healthy 🙂 Love it! Pinned!

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  8. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (13)momofnine says

    This looks like such a terrific soup. I am always looking for ways to use kale. What a pretty and healthy way to warm up this fall. Thank you!

  9. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (14)Jennie @themessybakerblog says

    I’m currently working on watching what I shovel into my mouth. Some days are better than others. I have made a few healthier recipes, and I love them just as much as some of my not-so-healthy recipes. This soup looks hearty and delicious. Pinning!

  10. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (15)Nutmeg Nanny says

    This soup looks fantastic and so satisfying, yum!!

  11. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (16)El says

    Food habits are hard to break but this soup looks like a great start. Yum!

  12. Healthiness {Recipe: Healthy 2 Bean Kale Soup} (17)Julie McCoy says

    Made this tonight and it was sooooo good! Thanks!!!

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FAQs

Is Bean Soup good for you? ›

Beans are an excellent source of nutrients and offer numerous health benefits. They're a great of plant-based protein, fiber, iron and antioxidants. Eating beans on a regular basis can help in maintaining a healthy weight, reducing the risk of chronic diseases and supporting your gut health.

Can I substitute spinach for kale in soup? ›

What is a good kale substitutes for soup? Kale can be replaced with collard greens, green or savoy cabbage or spinach to make healthy soups.

What are the ingredients in Allen Tuscan white bean and kale soup? ›

(Organic*) Filtered water, Navy beans, Onion, Carrots, Potatoes, Celery, Tomatoes, Kale, Olive oil, Balsamic vinegar, Sea salt, White wine, Chickpea flour, Agave syrup, Tapioca starch, Leeks, Garlic, Black pepper, Spices, Turmeric.

Is bean soup high in carbs? ›

Bean Soup (1 cup) contains 18.3g total carbs, 10.2g net carbs, 3.7g fat, 6.3g protein, and 132 calories.

What is the healthiest soup you can eat? ›

Here are 7 healthy soups to fit your diet.
  1. Vegetable Soup. Vegetable soup is one of the best soups to eat. ...
  2. Tomato Soup. Tomato soup is a favorite low calorie and low fat food. ...
  3. Minestrone. Minestrone is very low in carbohydrates and calories. ...
  4. Black Bean Soup. ...
  5. Chicken and Vegetable Soup. ...
  6. Miso Soup. ...
  7. Turkey Soup.

What is the healthiest bean to eat? ›

The 7 Healthiest Beans to Eat, According to Dietitians
  1. Lentils. Lentils are rich in polyphenols, plant-based compounds that have both anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. ...
  2. White Beans. ...
  3. Black Beans. ...
  4. Chickpeas. ...
  5. Pinto Beans. ...
  6. Red Kidney Beans. ...
  7. Lupini Beans.
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Can you eat bean soup everyday? ›

Absolutely, bean soup can be a fantastic addition to your daily diet, but like everything, it should be consumed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet. Rich in Fiber: Beans are a stellar source of dietary fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels.

Is kale still healthy when cooked in soup? ›

Both kale and spinach are incredibly nutritious! Raw kale is packed with vitamins A, C, and K, while cooked kale retains its vitamins and also becomes easier to digest.

How do you take the bitterness out of kale soup? ›

For example, tossing in some dried fruit helps balance the bitter with some sweet. If you eat meat, you can try adding in some sausage or bacon, perhaps to a soup or stew, to cut the bitterness. Minced garlic, olive oil, and salt are also simple ingredients that can transform the flavor of a bitter kale dish.

Does kale lose nutrients when cooked in soup? ›

Does Cooking Kale Reduce Its Nutritional Content? “If you were to boil kale, you're going to have heat, and heat will denature the antioxidants, so vitamin C will get destroyed.

Is White Bean keto friendly? ›

Beans are linked to health benefits, including a lower risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular issues, and type 2 diabetes. However, beans aren't the best choice for a strict keto diet because of their carbohydrate content. You could include them in small amounts or when keto cycling.

Is White Bean low carb? ›

White Beans (1 cup) contains 43.6g total carbs, 32.6g net carbs, 0.6g fat, 16.9g protein, and 242 calories.

How many carbs in a bowl of white beans? ›

Carbs: 44 grams. Fiber: 11 grams. Copper: 55% of the Daily Value (DV) Folate: 36% of the DV.

Are white northern beans high in carbs? ›

Eating one cup of cooked great northern beans provides the following nutrients: Calories: 209 Kcal. Fat: 0.8 grams. Carbohydrates: 37.3 grams.

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