Crock Pot Savory Bean and Spinach Soup Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups cooked white beans (e.g., cannellini or navy beans), drained and rinsed
• 14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes (canned, with juice)
• 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 6 cups baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• crusty bread or dinner rolls (optional, for serving)