Description
Enjoy a hearty, family-inspired Minestrone Soup packed with seasonal vegetables, beans, and pasta for a warm, comforting meal perfect for any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta (ditalini or similar)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in chopped carrots, celery, tomatoes, and zucchini. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- Simmer the Broth: Pour in the vegetable broth, then add oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for 15 minutes.
- Finish the Soup: Add the beans, pasta, and spinach. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Serve: Ladle the hot, hearty Minestrone Soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil, and enjoy a warm, comforting meal that feels like home.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth.
- Feel free to substitute seasonal vegetables or add a handful of kale.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 bowl
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Minestrone Soup, family recipe, Italian vegetable soup, hearty soup