From Toby: In the winter, when fewer fresh veggies are in season, my mom cooked us dishes using root vegetables. Oftentimes, she tossed whatever she could find into a pot and added beans, lentils, chicken, or turkey. This root-veggie soup makes me feel nostalgic and has become my go-to dish on those cold winter days.
Stack the spinach leaves, roll them up, and then slice into ribbons. Work in batches if needed. In a large pot over medium heat, heat the olive oil until it shimmers. Add the onion, carrot, celery, parsnip, and turnip, and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add the
beans, and stir to combine. Add the vegetable broth, mirin, and bay leaves, and stir to combine. Increase the heat to high and bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the
pot, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 20 minutes.Remove and discard the bay leaves. Stir in the spinach ribbons and black pepper.
REFRIGERATE: Store the cold soup in a resealable container for up to 1 week. Reheat in a pot over medium-high heat. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for
10 minutes. Single servings can be reheated in the microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes.
FREEZE: Store the cooled soup in individual freezer-safe containers or in one large container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Reheat in a pot over medium-high heat.
Bring soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Single servings can be reheated in the microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes.
Notes
Per Serving (2 cups): Calories: 220; Fat: 4g; Saturated Fat: 1g;
Protein: 9g; Total Carbs: 38g; Fiber: 10g; Sodium: 477mg