Minestrone Soup
Minestrone soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly days and family gatherings. This vibrant dish showcases a medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and aromatic herbs simmered to perfection. With its rich flavors and colorful presentation, this easy-to-make minestrone will warm your heart and invite everyone to the table. Ready in under an hour, this versatile recipe is adaptable to any season with ingredients you likely have on hand.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- ½ cup ditalini pasta
- ½ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in garlic and zucchini; cook for another two minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a boil while stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, add kidney beans and ditalini pasta. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in fresh basil before serving; season with salt and pepper as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use seasonal vegetables for added flavor. Cook pasta separately if you prefer firmer texture. Enhance flavors with a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving.