Best 5 Leek And Cannellini Bean Soup Recipes

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our delightful Leek and Cannellini Bean Soup, a comforting and wholesome dish that will warm your soul. This hearty soup is not just a culinary delight, but also a nutritional powerhouse, featuring an array of fresh vegetables, creamy cannellini beans, and aromatic herbs. Savory leeks, earthy mushrooms, and tender carrots come together in a flavorful broth, while the addition of cannellini beans provides a boost of protein and fiber. Whether you're looking for a cozy meal on a chilly day or a nutritious lunch option, this Leek and Cannellini Bean Soup is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

WINTER CANNELLINI BEAN SOUP

Winter cannellini bean soup image

A freeze-ahead soup that's perfect for a festive meal - no more last minute panics

Provided by Good Food team

Categories Dinner, Soup

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil
4 shallots , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
1 carrot , finely chopped
2 celery sticks, finely chopped
2 leeks , finely chopped
140g streaky bacon , finely chopped
1.4l chicken stock or vegetable stock (Kallo is good)
2 bay leaves
2 tsp chopped fresh oregano or marjoram or ½ tsp dried
2x 450g cans cannellini beans , drained and rinsed
a handful of flatleaf parsley , chopped
extra-virgin olive oil
6 tiny parsley sprigs

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large saucepan and tip in the shallots, garlic, carrot, celery, leeks and bacon. Cook over a medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened but not browned.
Pour in the stock, then add the bay leaves and oregano or marjoram. Season and bring to the boil, then cover the pan and simmer gently for 15 minutes. Tip in the beans, cover again and simmer for a further 5 minutes.
Pour the soup into a freezer container and leave it to cool completely, then seal, label and freeze for up to a month.
Defrost the soup at room temperature for 3 hours, (or overnight).
Tip into a saucepan, reheat gently until bubbling, and simmer for 5 minutes. Taste for seasoning. Swirl in the chopped parsley, ladle into warm bowls and top each with a drizzle of olive oil and a parsley sprig.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 19 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 1.78 milligram of sodium

LEMONY SHRIMP AND BEAN STEW

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With minimal prep and a quick cook time, this shrimp stew feels elegant for such an easy weeknight meal. You can also take the dish in a number of directions: Substitute the shrimp with an equal amount of flaky white fish or even seared scallops, or stretch the dish into a meal for six by stirring in some butter and serving over cooked spaghetti or rigatoni. A good glug of your best olive oil would also be a welcome.

Provided by Sue Li

Categories dinner, easy, quick, weeknight, beans, one pot, seafood, vegetables, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest and 2 tablespoons juice
1 teaspoon sweet or smoked paprika
2 garlic cloves, grated
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 pound peeled, deveined large shrimp (tails removed)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (1/2 stick)
2 large leeks, trimmed, then halved lengthwise, white and light green parts sliced crosswise 1/2-inch thick (or 1 large onion, minced)
1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans or other white beans, rinsed
2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Toasted bread, for serving (optional)

Steps:

Combine lemon zest, paprika, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Add shrimp and toss to coat.
In a large pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. When butter is foaming, add shrimp and cook, stirring occasionally, until pink and starting to curl, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer shrimp to a plate; set aside.
Add leeks, season with salt and pepper, and cook over medium until leeks are soft and starting to brown on the edges, 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add beans and chicken broth and bring to a boil over high. Lower heat and simmer, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in reserved shrimp and any juices from the plate, parsley and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Serve with toasted bread.

CREAMY LEEK & BEAN SOUP

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This healthy, low-fat soup is based on the classic leek and potato, but cannellini beans replace the potatoes - as they contribute to your 5-a-day

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories Lunch, Soup, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tbsp rapeseed oil
600g leeks , well washed and thinly sliced
1l hot vegetable bouillon
2 x 400g cans cannellini beans , drained
2 large garlic cloves , finely grated
100g baby spinach
150ml full-fat milk

Steps:

Heat the oil in a large pan, add the leeks and cook on a low-medium heat for 5 mins. Pour in the bouillon, tip in the beans, cover and simmer for 10 mins.
Stir in the garlic and spinach, cover the pan and cook for 5 mins more until the spinach has wilted but still retains its fresh green colour.
Add the milk and plenty of pepper, and blitz with a stick blender until smooth. Ladle into bowls and chill the remainder.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 26 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 7 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

SPINACH AND LEEK WHITE BEAN SOUP

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White bean soup with spinach and leeks is a delicious and filling soup that is perfect for vegetarians if you use vegetable broth, and quick to make. I've been making this soup for years, but I really craved it when I was pregnant with my fourth child.

Provided by BETH4KIDS

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Spinach Soup Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 teaspoons olive oil
4 leeks, bulb only, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 (16 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
2 (16 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ cup whole wheat couscous
2 cups packed fresh spinach
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot over medium heat. Add the leeks and garlic; saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the chicken broth, cannellini beans, bay leaves and cumin. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, and stir in the couscous. Cover, and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in spinach and season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.9 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 5.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 432.2 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

CANNELLINI BEAN SOUP

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We eat a lot of bean based soups in this house and I am always looking for another one to try. Cannellini beans are some of my favorites so I had to grab this recipe when I saw it in the Winter 2008 copy of the BBC Easy Cook magazine. The recipe states that it is suitable for freezing.

Provided by Sarah_Jayne

Categories One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 shallots, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
2 sticks celery, finely chopped
2 leeks, finely chopped
5 ounces bacon, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
47 ounces chicken stock (can use vegetable stock too)
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 (15 ounce) cans cannellini beans, drained
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Steps:

Fry the shallots, garlic, carrot, celery, leeks and bacon in the oil for 7 minutes, until softened but not brown.
Pour in the stock and add the bay leaves and oregano.
Season and bring to the boil, cover the pan and simmer gently for 15 minutes.
Tip in the beans, re-cover and simmer for a further 5 minutes.
Swirl the chopped parsley into the soup.
Serve sprinkled with a little extra parsley.

Tips:

When choosing leeks, look for those with firm, white stalks and dark green leaves.
To clean leeks, trim off the root end and any tough outer leaves. Cut the leeks in half lengthwise and rinse thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.
Cannellini beans are a type of white bean that is commonly used in Italian cooking. They can be found canned or dried. If using dried beans, be sure to soak them overnight before cooking.
To make the soup more flavorful, use a good quality vegetable broth. You can also add a splash of white wine or lemon juice to brighten the flavor.
If you don't have any fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs instead. Just be sure to use about half the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh.
Serve the soup hot with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

This leek and cannellini bean soup is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it is sure to warm you up from the inside out. So next time you're looking for a simple and satisfying soup recipe, give this one a try.