Description
This Minestrone Soup is a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, tender beans, and hearty pasta, all simmered in a rich, savory broth. Each spoonful offers a delightful balance of flavors, with a hint of garlic and herbs that tantalize the taste buds while the creamy texture warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- Vegetables:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup spinach, chopped
- Legumes:
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- Pasta:
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
- Broth:
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Finishing Touch:
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add the minced garlic, carrots, and celery, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the zucchini and green beans, cooking for another 3 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer.
- Add the cannellini beans, kidney beans, and pasta. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the chopped spinach, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze, let the soup cool completely, then transfer to airtight containers and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Substitute any seasonal vegetables you have on hand, such as bell peppers or corn.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: main-dish
- Method: simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 40 grams
- Fiber: 10 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
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