How to Make White Bean and Tomatillo Soup - A Step-by-Step Guide

White Bean and Tomatillo Soup is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together the flavors of tomatillos, white beans, and a variety of seasonings. This soup is perfect for those looking for a light yet satisfying meal that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether you're looking for a cozy bowl of soup during the colder months or a refreshing option for the summer, this recipe has you covered.

The star of this dish is the tomatillo, a small green fruit that resembles a tomato and is...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (15.5 ounce) cans cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 pound tomatillos, husked
  • 1 head garlic, top of bulbs trimmed off so tops of cloves are exposed
  • 1 medium poblano pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 ounces chopped andouille sausage
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium carrot, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
  • 1 (32 ounce) container chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste (Optional)
  • 1 medium jalapeno pepper, sliced, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  • Place tomatillos, garlic head, and poblano pepper on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Roast in the oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
  • Heat oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add andouille sausage and cook until slightly crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove sausage to a plate.
  • Add onion, celery, and carrot to the Dutch oven; cook for 5 minutes. Add cumin and chile powder; stir and cook for 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in cannellini beans and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove and discard skins from tomatillos, garlic, and poblano pepper. Transfer to a food processor and blend until combined.
  • Add liquified tomatillo mixture to the Dutch oven, along with chicken broth and cooked sausage. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with cilantro and jalapeno slices.
  • Nutrition

    333 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 23mg
    • Sodium: 1460mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Protein: 15g
    • Potassium: 498mg