Description
Warm your soul with this vibrant Simple Minestrone Soup, a hearty Italian classic that comes together in just 50 minutes. Loaded with fresh vegetables, tender pasta, and rich broth, each spoonful is a comforting embrace perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. Enjoy this nourishing dish topped with fresh basil and grated Parmesan for an explosion of flavors that will elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes in juice
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and zucchini; cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in white beans and pasta; reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Just before serving, stir in fresh spinach or kale until wilted.
- Serve hot garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg