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Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe

Easy Minestrone Soup

This Easy Minestrone Soup Recipe is a wholesome and hearty dish that brings together a delightful mix of fresh vegetables and beans simmered in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for any season, it’s not just comforting but also incredibly versatile. You can easily customize it with your favorite veggies and pasta, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a light lunch. With its delightful flavors and nutritious ingredients, this soup is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, allowing you to prepare a big batch for quick meals later on!

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately six servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion, diced
  • 3 medium celery ribs, diced
  • 4 medium carrots, diced
  • 3 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (15-ounce) can white cannellini beans, undrained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni or shell pasta
  • 1 cup baby spinach, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat salted butter and olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat until melted.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3 to 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in celery, carrots, and zucchini; cook for another 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables begin to soften.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Mix in diced tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, both types of beans, vegetable broth, basil, and oregano. Bring to boil over high heat.
  6. Once boiling, add elbow macaroni or shell pasta; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 to 12 minutes until pasta is tender.
  7. In the last two minutes of cooking, stir in chopped baby spinach until wilted.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired before serving.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor; opt for seasonal vegetables when available. For added protein, consider incorporating cooked chicken or turkey. Cook pasta separately if you prefer it al dente without absorbing too much broth.