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Vegan Asparagus White Bean Soup (without Cream)

Vegan Asparagus White Bean Soup (Without Cream)

Mira
This Vegan Asparagus White Bean Soup (Without Cream) is naturally creamy, dairy-free, and packed with fresh spring flavor. Blended white beans create a silky texture while asparagus adds brightness and depth. This easy one-pot vegan soup is light, nourishing, and perfect for healthy lunches or elegant starters.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Main Ingredients:
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus trimmed and chopped
  • 1 15-ounce can white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • Flavor Base:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • Juice of ½ lemon optional but recommended
  • Optional Garnish:
  • Fresh parsley or chives
  • Red pepper flakes
  • Lemon zest
  • Drizzle of olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Prep Ingredients
  • Trim woody ends from asparagus and chop into small pieces.
  • Dice onion and mince garlic.
  • Rinse and drain white beans.
  • Sauté Aromatics
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add onion and cook 4–5 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Simmer
  • Add chopped asparagus, white beans, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour in vegetable broth.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer 12–15 minutes until asparagus is tender.
  • Blend
  • Remove from heat.
  • Blend using an immersion blender until completely smooth and creamy.
  • (Or blend carefully in batches in a countertop blender.)
  • Finish
  • Stir in lemon juice.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Warm gently if needed, but do not boil.
  • Serve
  • Let rest 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs, lemon zest, or olive oil drizzle.
  • Serve warm.

Notes

  • Do not overcook asparagus to maintain bright green color.
  • White beans create the natural creaminess—do not skip them.
  • Blend thoroughly for the smoothest texture.
  • Add lemon at the end for best flavor.
  • Store in refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months (color may slightly change after thawing).
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