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Minestrone Soup

August 29, 2024

A hearty and nutritious Italian vegetable soup that includes a variety of vegetables, pasta, and beans. Minestrone is a flexible recipe that can accommodate seasonal produce and pantry staples.

Minestrone Soup

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A hearty and nutritious Italian vegetable soup that includes a variety of vegetables, pasta, and beans. Minestrone is a flexible recipe that can accommodate seasonal produce and pantry staples.
Servings 4 people
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 minute

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 potato diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth low-sodium
  • 1 can kidney beans (15 oz), rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup pasta such as ditalini, small
  • 1 cup spinach chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese grated, for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the diced carrots, celery, zucchini, and potato to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Pour in the can of diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  • Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and add the rinsed and drained kidney beans. Let the soup simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the small pasta to the pot and continue to simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  • Stir in the chopped spinach and Italian seasoning. Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Serve the Minestrone Soup hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg
Calories: 250kcal
Meal Type: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: healthy recipes, italian cuisine, Vegetable Soup
Cooking Method: Boiled
Time: 30-45 Min
Level: Easy

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