Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
This hearty vegetarian minestrone is packed with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta in a savory tomato broth. It's a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for any time of year.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 1 hr 5 min
- Serves
- 6
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 226 kcal
Allergen information: may contain celery and gluten. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
Ingredients
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 1 pcsyellow onion, chopped
- 2 pcscarrot, diced
- 2 pcscelery stalk, diced
- 3 clovegarlic, minced
- 800 gcanned diced tomato, undrained
- 6 cupvegetable broth
- 1 tspdried oregano
- 1 tspdried basil
- 1 pcsbay leaf
- 150 ggreen bean, trimmed and cut into 1 inch (2.5 cm) pieces
- 400 gcanned cannellini bean, rinsed and drained
- 0.5 cupsmall pasta, such as ditalini or elbow macaroni
- 1 pcszucchini, diced
- 100 gspinach, fresh
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper
garnish
- 2 tbspfresh parsley, chopped(optional)
Equipment
large pot · knife · cutting board
The method
Step by step
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
About 2 min
- 2
Add the yellow onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 8-10 minutes.
About 10 min
- 3
Stir in the garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
About 1 min
- 4
Pour in the canned diced tomato, vegetable broth, dried oregano, dried basil, and bay leaf.
About 1 min
- 5
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
About 15 min
- 6
Add the green bean and canned cannellini bean to the pot.
About 1 min
- 7
Stir in the small pasta and zucchini, then continue to simmer for another 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and the vegetables are tender.
About 12 min
- 8
Remove the bay leaf from the soup.
- 9
Stir in the fresh spinach until it wilts, which should only take 1-2 minutes.
About 2 min
- 10
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 11
Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 225.8kcal
- Protein
- 11g
- Carbs
- 34.8g
- Fat
- 5.7g
- Fibre
- 8.1g
- Sugar
- 9.5g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover minestrone in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave until warmed through, adding a splash of broth or water if needed.
More recipes
All recipesdinner
Tacos al Pastor
These Tacos al Pastor feature marinated pork cooked until tender and flavorful, then thinly sliced and served in warm tortillas. Pineapple and onion add a touch of sweetness and freshness, balancing the rich pork.
1 hr 15 min 873 kcallunch
Vegetarian Pho
This comforting vegetarian pho features a rich, aromatic broth simmered with vegetables and traditional spices. It's a satisfying and flavorful meal, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
1 hr 25 min 366 kcalsoup
Bissara (Fava Bean Soup)
This creamy and comforting Moroccan fava bean soup is a simple yet flavorful dish. Dried fava beans are simmered until tender, then blended with garlic, olive oil, and spices. It's traditionally served with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of paprika.
1 hr 10 min 186 kcaldinner
Creole-Style Meatloaf
A savory meatloaf inspired by Creole flavors, using ground beef, the 'holy trinity' of onion, green pepper, and celery, with cooked rice as a binder. The loaf is baked until tender and served with a simple, simmered tomato sauce.
1 hr 25 min 371 kcalside dish
Draniki (Potato Pancakes)
These traditional Belarusian potato pancakes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Made with grated potatoes and onion, they are a comforting and versatile side dish or light meal. Serve them hot with sour cream or applesauce.
45 min 520 kcalmain course
Gomoku Gohan
Gomoku Gohan is a Japanese mixed rice dish featuring a variety of ingredients cooked with rice in a savory dashi broth. This recipe includes chicken, mushrooms, and root vegetables for a balanced and flavorful one-pot meal. It's a comforting and nutritious dish perfect for a weeknight dinner.
1 hr 5 min 482 kcalmain course
Risotto ai Funghi Porcini
This creamy and savory mushroom risotto features dried porcini mushrooms, arborio rice, and Parmesan cheese. It's a comforting Italian classic that makes a hearty main course.
1 hr 533 kcal