Description
A hearty, traditional Italian Minestrone soup packed with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- Olive oil
- Onion
- Garlic
- Carrots
- Celery
- Zucchini
- Tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- Cannellini beans
- Kidney beans
- Vegetable broth
- Pasta (small shapes like ditalini)
- Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Large Pot – For cooking the soup.
- Cutting Board & Knife – Chop vegetables evenly.
- Wooden Spoon – Stir the ingredients as they cook.
- Ladle – Serve the soup easily.
- Grater (Optional) – Grate Parmesan for garnish.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a Parmesan rind while simmering and remove before serving. Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: minestrone, soup, Italian, vegetables, healthy, comfort food