Minestrone

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Servings: 35 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, vegetable-packed Italian soup perfect for cozy evenings.
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This classic Minestrone is a vibrant medley of garden-fresh vegetables simmered in a rich, savory broth. Featuring tender potatoes, crisp celery, sweet carrots, and zucchini, every spoonful is packed with wholesome goodness. The addition of broken spaghetti adds a comforting texture, while basil and parsley infuse the soup with bright, aromatic herbs. It’s the ultimate comfort food for chilly days, offering a warm hug in a bowl. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegan-friendly dish is excellent for meal prep and freezes beautifully, making it a reliable favorite for busy weeknights.

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Minestrone

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 35 Calories: 51.1
Dietary:
L Low-cal

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This classic Minestrone is a vibrant medley of garden-fresh vegetables simmered in a rich, savory broth. Featuring tender potatoes, crisp celery, sweet carrots, and zucchini, every spoonful is packed with wholesome goodness. The addition of broken spaghetti adds a comforting texture, while basil and parsley infuse the soup with bright, aromatic herbs. It&# 226;ÂÂs the ultimate comfort food for chilly days, offering a warm hug in a bowl. Simple to prepare with pantry staples, this vegan-friendly dish is excellent for meal prep and freezes beautifully, making it a reliable favorite for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a 3-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the thinly sliced celery, carrots, and diced potatoes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, undrained canned tomatoes, thinly sliced zucchini, green beans, and broken spaghetti to the dish.
  3. Pour in the hot water and sprinkle the instant beef bouillon powder, basil leaves, and parsley flakes over the top.
  4. Stir all ingredients together until well combined.
  5. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe lid or vented plastic wrap.
  6. Microwave on High for 25 to 35 minutes, stirring once or twice halfway through the cooking time, until the vegetables and pasta are tender.
  7. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 35

Amount Per Serving
Calories 51.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 34.2mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 11.6g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
Sugars 2.2g
Protein 1.4g3%

* 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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