Naughty Pesto Vegetable Soup
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Pesto originated in Genoa, Italy, and traditionally includes basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil. This recipe gives a twist to the classic pesto by incorporating it into a delicious and healthy vegetable soup.
This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.
Naughty Pesto Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil.
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Add zucchini, broccoli, and spinach. Cook for 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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In a blender, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic cloves, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth.
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Add the pesto mixture to the pot and stir well.
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Simmer for another 5 minutes.
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Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
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Serve the Naughty Pesto Vegetable Soup hot.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15g24%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 8g
- Protein 8g16%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.