Beet green and white bean soup

Beet green and white bean soup recipe videos

Beet green and white bean soup is a hearty, rustic dish that makes excellent use of the entire beet plant by combining the often-discarded leafy greens with creamy white beans in a savory broth. It typically features ingredients like beet greens, cannellini or other white beans, onions, garlic, and vegetable or chicken stock, often seasoned with herbs like thyme or a splash of vinegar for brightness. This soup has roots in various European and American home cooking traditions, celebrated for its simplicity and zero-waste approach.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This soup is a nutritious, plant-forward meal that is high in fiber and protein from the white beans, while being relatively low in fat. It provides a good source of vitamins A and K from the beet greens, along with iron and potassium, and a typical serving likely falls in the range of 200-300 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	12 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	1 g
Fiber	9 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	600 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Vitamin A	4500 IU
Vitamin C	25 mg
Calcium	120 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Folate	150 µg
Vitamin K	300 µg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, this dish is a prime example of 'root-to-leaf' eating, a sustainable practice that maximizes the use of vegetables and reduces food waste. Nutritionally, the pairing of iron-rich beet greens with the vitamin C often added (like a squeeze of lemon) can enhance iron absorption, making it a particularly smart and nourishing combination.