Description

Warm up your chilly days with this comforting Minestrone Soup, a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth. This easy-to-make recipe is not only satisfying but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to swap in your favorite seasonal produce. Perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep for busy weeknights, this soup is packed with nutrients and flavor, making it a wholesome choice for any occasion. Enjoy a bowl that’s both nourishing and delicious!

Ingredients

Scale

1 tbsp olive oil
1 large zucchini, chopped into small cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
2 medium carrots, diced into cubes (about 1 1/2 cups)
4 ribs celery, chopped into small pieces (about 1 cup)
1 small onion, diced
2 tsp garlic, minced
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp salt (to taste)
1/2 tsp black pepper (to taste)
2 bay leaves
2 tbsp parsley, freshly chopped
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup tomato paste
32 oz vegetable broth
2 cups water
15 oz cannellini beans, drained
15 oz kidney beans, drained
3/4 cup macaroni noodles or small pasta (uncooked)

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add chopped zucchini, diced carrots, celery, and onion; cook until tender.
Stir in minced garlic and Italian seasoning; cook until fragrant.
Add crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, and water; bring to a boil.
Mix in drained cannellini beans, kidney beans, macaroni noodles, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until pasta is cooked through.
Remove bay leaves before serving. Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish with fresh parsley.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 640mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize the vegetables based on what you have on hand. For added depth of flavor, consider using different vegetable broths. Allow the soup to sit for an hour before serving to enhance flavor.