Description
Classic Minestrone Soup is a warm, hearty Italian classic that combines vibrant vegetables, protein-packed beans, and pasta in a rich broth. Each spoonful is a comforting embrace, perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. This adaptable recipe allows you to customize it with seasonal ingredients while delivering restaurant-quality flavors at home.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and sauté onions, carrots, and celery for about five minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with juices and vegetable broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Stir in rinsed kidney beans and pasta; reduce heat to simmer for about ten minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add diced zucchini and spinach or kale; cook for an additional three minutes until tender.
- Stir in Italian seasoning; season with salt and pepper if needed. Serve warm with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1.5 cups (370g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg