Garlic bean soup

Recipe Information

Ingredients

• 2 cups onion, chopped

• 1 cup carrot, sliced

• 1/2 cup celery, sliced

• 12-14 medium cloves garlic, peeled, crushed

• 2 tablespoons olive oil 

• Two 14 1/2-ounce cans fat-free, reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth 

• Two 15-ounce cans garbanzo beans or great northern beans 

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• Chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

Directions

• Saut� the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic in oil in a large saucepan for 3-4 minutes.

• Add the broth and beans; heat to boiling.

• Reduce the heat and simmer until the vegetables are tender, 5-8 minutes.

• Process the soup in a food processor or a blender until smooth. Serve in bowls; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 255 cal

• Total fat: 5g

• Cholesterol: 0mg

• Sodium: 545mg

• Carbohydrates: 39g

• Fiber: 2g

• Protein: 15g