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Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup

Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup is a hearty bowl layered with earthy greens, creamy cannellini beans, and a gentle heat from red pepper flakes. Bacon and a Parmesan rind enrich the broth with savory depth, while herbs and sun-dried tomatoes add brightness and complexity. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a warming starter on a cool evening.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook30 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyMedium
Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

48 Health Score
Glycemic ImpactFair
58 / 100
Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor
0 / 100
Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityGood
93 / 100
Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
2 / 4
Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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12
Heart Health
73
Metabolic
24
Digestive
23
Inflammatory
53
Performance
45
General Wellness
  1. 1

    In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the onion, bacon, garlic, nutmeg, and pepper flakes until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the chicken broth and cannellini beans and bring to a boil. Stir in the cheese rind and sun-dried tomatoes. Reduce the heat to a simmer and simmer for about 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, remove the stems from the chard leaves and slice the stems into 3/4-inch pieces. Cut the chard leaves into 1-inch-wide ribbons and set aside.

  4. 4

    Stir the chard stems and pasta into the soup. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the pasta is tender, about 10 minutes.

  5. 5

    Stir in the chard leaves, sage, and basil and simmer until just wilted, 3 to 4 minutes.

  6. 6

    Divide the soup among bowls. Top with grated cheese and drizzle with olive oil.

About This Recipe

Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup is an Italian soup recipe made with 14 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Cannellini Beans, Chicken Broth, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 244.11 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup?
It is an Italian soup recipe made with 14 ingredients, usually served for soup.
What is Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup made of?
The main ingredients are Cannellini Beans, Chicken Broth, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Basil, Fresh Dill. The full list of 14 is above.
What goes well with Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup?
Explore these Italian side-dish recipes.
How long does it take to make Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup?
About 55 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 244.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 14 ingredients and 6 steps.
Is Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup healthy?
Tuscan Swiss Chard & Cannellini Bean Soup has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 244.11 calories and 17.04 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1237.75 mg (54% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.54 g (23% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Gluten, Tomatoes, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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