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Easy & Healthy Minestrone Soup

Easy & Healthy Minestrone Soup

A delicious and nutritious Easy & Healthy Minestrone Soup that's perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup green beans, chopped
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup small pasta like ditalini
  • 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
  2. Add garlic, zucchini, and green beans. Cook for 3–4 minutes until they start to soften.
  3. Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  4. Stir in cannellini and kidney beans. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until tender.
  5. Add spinach or kale. Cook for another 2–3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with optional parmesan or olive oil drizzle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 6g

Notes

Feel free to swap out vegetables based on availability. Add lemon for brightness or red pepper flakes for a kick.

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