Description
Classic Minestrone Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that brings together vibrant vegetables, hearty beans, and pasta in a savory broth. This easy-to-make soup is perfect for cozy evenings or gatherings with friends and family. Each bowl is not just a meal but an experience filled with rich flavors and aromas that transport you to the heart of Italy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prep your vegetables by washing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in the zucchini, carrots, celery, dried herbs, salt, and pepper; cook until softened (around 5 minutes).
- Pour in the canned tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and let simmer for 10–15 minutes.
- Mix in the kidney beans and pasta; simmer until the pasta is al dente (8–10 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg