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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Minestrone Soup Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A hearty and comforting Minestrone Soup recipe that is packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta in a flavorful broth. This Italian-inspired soup is perfect for a cozy meal on a chilly day.


Ingredients

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Vegetable Mixture:

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces

Herb Seasoning:

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
  • 2 cups chopped spinach or kale
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetable Mixture: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant. Add carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans. Cook until vegetables soften.
  2. Add Seasonings: Stir in oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Add tomatoes, beans, broth, and tomato paste. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes.
  4. Cook Pasta: Add pasta and cook until tender, about 10 minutes.
  5. Finish Soup: Stir in spinach or kale and cook until wilted. Adjust seasonings as needed.
  6. Serve: Enjoy hot, topped with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Notes

  • Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
  • Feel free to swap in seasonal or frozen vegetables.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge; soup may thicken when chilled.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg