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A colorful bowl of classic minestrone soup featuring a vibrant mix of diced carrots, celery, beans, and pasta, garnished with fresh herbs, served on a rustic wooden table with a spoon, showcasing the rich broth's textures and fresh ingredients.

Hearty Classic Minestrone Soup with Fresh Vegetables

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A hearty and nutritious minestrone soup made with fresh vegetables, beans, pasta, and herbs, simmered to perfection.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 zucchini, diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained
  • 1 cup small pasta (orzo or ditalini)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, carrots, and celery; sauté until tender, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, zucchini, beans, broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Notes

  • You can substitute the pasta with rice or adjust the vegetables based on seasonal availability.
  • This soup is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg