Name: Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 celery stalks, chopped; 1 zucchini, chopped; 1 cup green beans, chopped; 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes; 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried basil; Salt and black pepper, to taste; 4 cups vegetable broth; 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini); 2 cups baby spinach

Description

Warm up your chilly evenings with Easy Recipes: Hearty Minestrone Soup, a delightful Italian classic that combines the goodness of fresh vegetables, wholesome beans, and small pasta in a rich vegetable broth. This nutrient-packed soup is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings comfort to family dinners and cozy nights alike. With its vibrant flavor profile from aromatic herbs and sautéed vegetables, this dish is as versatile as it is satisfying. Perfect as a starter or main course, it appeals to all ages and will surely become a staple in your home. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy dinner recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste or nutrition.

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
1 zucchini, chopped
1 cup green beans, chopped
1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 cups vegetable broth
1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
2 cups baby spinach

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant (about 3 minutes).
Add chopped carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until slightly tender.
Stir in zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans.
Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; mix well.
Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes until flavors meld.
Add small pasta and cook according to package instructions (approx. 10 minutes).
Stir in baby spinach; cook until wilted (about 2 minutes).
Serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Cooking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg