Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add carrots and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in oregano, thyme, and bay leaf; cook until fragrant.
- Pour in diced tomatoes with their juices and stir to combine.
- Add the broth and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a simmer; cook for 15 minutes to meld flavors.
- Stir in beans and pasta; cook until pasta is al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Season with salt and pepper; remove bay leaf before serving.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or zucchini for extra nutrition. For leftovers, cook pasta separately to maintain texture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
