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Spring Minestrone Soup

Spring Minestrone Soup: A Fresh and Hearty Comfort Bowl

Enjoy a vibrant and healthy Spring Minestrone Soup, combining fresh vegetables and hearty beans for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 cups
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin for richer taste
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
For the Greens & Veggies
  • 1 medium zucchini diced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups spinach fresh
  • 1 cup asparagus chopped
  • 1 cup frozen peas no prep needed
For the Protein & Pasta
  • 1 can cannellini beans rinsed
  • 1 cup ditalini pasta
For the Broth & Flavor Enhancers
  • 6 cups vegetable broth homemade for richer flavor
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ cup basil pesto essential ingredient
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add yellow onion, carrots, celery, and Yukon Gold potatoes. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add diced zucchini, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth, add cannellini beans and ditalini pasta. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
  5. Stir in spinach, asparagus, and frozen peas. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until tender.
  6. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, basil pesto, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Prep ahead by chopping vegetables for a smoother cooking process. Remember to add delicate greens like spinach towards the end for optimal freshness.

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