Minestrone
Description
This classic Minestrone is a vibrant, nutrient-dense soup that celebrates the best of garden vegetables. Packed with carrots, celery, cabbage, and spinach, it offers a wonderful mix of textures from tender veggies and al dente pasta. The addition of cannellini beans adds heartiness and protein, making it a satisfying meal on its own. Simmered in a savory broth with tomatoes and aromatic herbs like basil and sage, the flavors meld into a comforting, rustic harmony. Perfect for chilly evenings or as a make-ahead dish that tastes even better the next day, this vegan-friendly soup brings warmth and wholesome goodness to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
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Add minced garlic, thinly sliced onion, sliced celery, shredded cabbage, and sliced carrots.
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Sauté the vegetables for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
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Add the thawed frozen spinach, dried basil, dried sage, crushed tomatoes with liquid, beef stock (or vegetable broth), rinsed cannellini beans, uncooked rice, and ditalini pasta.
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Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes.
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Stir in grated parmesan cheese and simmer for another 5 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 71.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 7.5g12%
- Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.6mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.3g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.2g1%
- Sugars 0.5g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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