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Minestrone Soup: An Amazing Ultimate Recipe for 6 Servings


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 28 minute

Ingredients

– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 carrots, diced
– 2 celery stalks, diced
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 zucchini, diced
– 1 yellow squash, diced
– 1 cup green beans, chopped
– 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
– 6 cups vegetable broth
– 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)


Instructions

Creating Minestrone Soup is simple if you follow these steps:

1. Heat Olive Oil: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
4. Incorporate Zucchini and Squash: Add the diced zucchini and yellow squash. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
5. Add Green Beans: Stir in the chopped green beans and cook for 2 minutes.
6. Mix in Tomatoes and Broth: Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
7. Add Beans and Pasta: Once boiling, add the cannellini beans and pasta. Reduce heat to a simmer.
8. Season the Soup: Stir in the oregano, basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
9. Cook: Let the soup simmer for about 20-25 minutes until the pasta is tender.
10. Garnish: Once cooked, remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.

These steps will guide you in creating this incredible soup effortlessly.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-40 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 6
  • Calories: 250 kcal
  • Fat: 5g
  • Protein: 10g