Directions Soften onion, carrot and celery. Add garlic and rosemary, then tomatoes, broth and beans. Simmer 20 minutes and mash a few beans into the broth. Add kale and cook until tender. Inspired by Shared Food Patterns
Blue Zone Connection The combination of white beans, kale, tomatoes and aromatic vegetables keeps this recipe centered on whole and minimally processed plant foods. That approach is consistent with the plant-forward eating pattern associated with Sardinia and Ikaria. This is a modern Blue Zone–inspired recipe, not presented as a traditional dish from either community.
Helpful Notes Massage or finely slice mature kale so it becomes tender more quickly. Mash a small scoop of beans into the broth if you prefer a creamier body. Estimated Nutrition Per serving
Calories 250
Total Fat 5 g
Saturated Fat 1 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 350 mg
Total Carbohydrate 41 g
Dietary Fiber 11 g
Total Sugars 7 g
Protein 14 g Notable vitamins & minerals: Calcium · Iron · Potassium · Folate
Estimated per serving from the printed ingredients and stated yield. Values vary with ingredient size and brand. Optional ingredients and accompaniments are excluded.
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