Save A hearty, comforting Italian vegetable soup brimming with beans, pasta, and garden-fresh vegetables&mdashall simmered in one pot for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Onion: 1 medium, diced
- Celery stalks: 2, diced
- Carrots: 2 medium, diced
- Zucchini: 1 medium, diced
- Green beans: 1 cup, cut into 1 inch pieces
- Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
- Can diced tomatoes: 1 (14 oz/400 g) can
- Can cannellini beans: 1 (15 oz/425 g), drained and rinsed
- Vegetable broth: 6 cups (1.5 L)
- Small pasta: 3/4 cup (80 g), e.g. ditalini or elbow macaroni
- Dried oregano: 1 teaspoon
- Dried basil: 1 teaspoon
- Dried thyme: 1/2 teaspoon
- Bay leaf: 1
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Optional Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup freshly grated, omit for vegan
- Chopped fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.
- Step 2:
- Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Step 3:
- Add zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), cannellini beans, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well.
- Step 4:
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
- Step 5:
- Add pasta and cook for 10 12 minutes, or until pasta and vegetables are tender.
- Step 6:
- Remove and discard bay leaf. Season soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Step 7:
- Ladle into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired. Serve hot.
Save Required Tools
Large soup pot Sharp knife and cutting board Wooden spoon or spatula Ladle
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (pasta) contains dairy if garnished with Parmesan For gluten free use gluten free pasta Always check ingredient labels for potential allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 230 Total Fat 6 g Carbohydrates 36 g Protein 8 g
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This minestrone soup is perfect for cozy nights and meal prep. Enjoy the fresh flavors and simple cleanup.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → Can I make this dish vegan?
Simply omit the Parmesan or substitute with a plant-based cheese to keep it vegan.
- → What pasta works best in this soup?
Small shapes like ditalini or elbow macaroni work well to evenly distribute throughout the broth.
- → How can I add more greens to this dish?
Stir in chopped spinach or kale during the last 5 minutes of cooking for extra nutrients and color.
- → Is it possible to make this gluten-free?
Replace the pasta with gluten-free alternatives to accommodate dietary needs without compromising texture.
- → What are good side pairings?
Enjoy with crusty bread and a light Italian red wine for a complete and satisfying meal.