Minestrone Soup
Indulge in a warm bowl of minestrone soup, brimming with vibrant vegetables and a rich, savory broth. This hearty dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable based on your pantry, this soup brings comfort and flavor to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup ditalini pasta (or shells)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 2 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add canned tomatoes with their juices; simmer for five minutes.
- Pour in vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Incorporate pasta and green beans; cook until pasta is al dente (about ten minutes).
- Fold in kale or spinach along with fresh herbs just before serving.
- Serve hot with grated Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg