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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Minestrone Soup Recipe


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  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy a hearty bowl of classic Italian Minestrone Soup brimming with vegetables, beans, and pasta in a flavorful broth. This vegetarian soup is easy to make and perfect for a cozy meal.


Ingredients

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Vegetable Base:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 medium carrots (sliced)
  • 2 celery stalks (sliced)
  • 1 zucchini (diced)
  • 1 small potato (peeled and diced)
  • 1 cup green beans (chopped)

Soup Components:

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth

Seasonings:

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Garnish:

  • 2 cups chopped fresh spinach or kale
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic, carrots, celery, and cook.
  2. Add Vegetables: Incorporate zucchini, potato, green beans. Stir in tomatoes, beans, pasta, broth, and seasonings.
  3. Simmer: Bring to boil, then simmer until vegetables are tender.
  4. Finish: Stir in spinach or kale until wilted. Adjust seasoning. Serve hot with Parmesan.

Notes

  • You can customize the veggies. Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 620mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg