Minestrone Soup
Minestrone soup is the quintessential comfort food that warms both the body and soul. Bursting with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta in a rich tomato broth, this Italian classic is not only delicious but also highly nutritious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 sticks celery (chopped)
- 3 medium carrots (peeled & sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth or veggie broth
- 1 small zucchini (chopped)
- 1 cup chopped fresh green beans
- 1 (14 ounce) can red kidney beans (drained)
- 1 (14 ounce) can white kidney (cannellini) beans (drained)
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3/4 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Fresh basil (optional, to taste)
- Freshly grated parmesan cheese (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large soup pot, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion, celery, carrots, and minced garlic. Sauté for 7–10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, broth, zucchini, green beans, red kidney beans, white kidney beans, and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes with the lid slightly ajar.
- Add uncooked elbow macaroni and simmer uncovered for another 15–20 minutes until pasta and veggies are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving. Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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