Minestrone Lo-Cal

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Servings: 35 Difficulty: Beginner
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A hearty, vegetable-packed Italian soup made in the microwave for quick, comforting warmth.
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This light yet satisfying minestrone brings the classic comfort of Italian cooking to your table with minimal effort. Packed with fresh celery, carrots, green beans, and zucchini, this soup delivers a vibrant crunch that softens into tenderness as it cooks. The addition of broken spaghetti adds a pleasant texture, while a hint of garlic and basil infuses the broth with aromatic depth. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this dish is ideal for those looking to reduce calorie intake without sacrificing flavor. It’s a wonderful way to use up garden-fresh vegetables or pantry staples, making it an economical and nutritious choice for weeknight meals.

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Minestrone Lo-Cal

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

Description

This light yet satisfying minestrone brings the classic comfort of Italian cooking to your table with minimal effort. Packed with fresh celery, carrots, green beans, and zucchini, this soup delivers a vibrant crunch that softens into tenderness as it cooks. The addition of broken spaghetti adds a pleasant texture, while a hint of garlic and basil infuses the broth with aromatic depth. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this dish is ideal for those looking to reduce calorie intake without sacrificing flavor. It&# 226;ÂÂs a wonderful way to use up garden-fresh vegetables or pantry staples, making it an economical and nutritious choice for weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a 3-quart microwave-safe casserole dish, combine the thinly sliced celery, green beans, carrots, broken spaghetti, potato pieces, and zucchini.
  2. Add the minced garlic, instant beef bouillon powder, undrained tomatoes, basil leaves, and parsley flakes to the dish.
  3. Pour in the hot water, ensuring all ingredients are submerged. Stir gently to distribute the seasonings and pasta evenly.
  4. Cover the dish with a microwave-safe lid or vented plastic wrap.
  5. Microwave on High for 25 to 35 minutes, or until the vegetables and pasta are tender. Stir once or twice halfway through cooking to prevent sticking.

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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