Description
Savor a warm and nourishing bowl of minestrone soup, filled with vibrant vegetables and hearty beans—an ultimate comfort food perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Soup:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Sauté Your Veggies
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add olive oil, followed by chopped onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened and fragrant—about 5 minutes.
- 2. Add Garlic
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until aromatic.
- 3. Toss in Zucchini & Tomatoes
- Add diced zucchini and canned tomatoes (with juice). Stir well to combine.
- 4. Pour In Broth & Beans
- Add vegetable broth and rinsed cannellini beans. Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- 5. Season It Up
- Sprinkle in Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper to taste. Let the soup simmer on low heat for about 20 minutes.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy
- Ladle portions into bowls and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg