BORLOTTI BEAN MINESTRA

Borlotti beans, also known as cranberry beans, are popular in Italian cuisine and are often used in soups and stews.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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BORLOTTI BEAN MINESTRA

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Italian Courses: Lunch, Soup Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Borlotti beans
• 1 small Onion
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 large Tomato
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Soak the borlotti beans in water overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the beans.
3. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add the chopped onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened.
5. Add the soaked beans, chopped tomato, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes or until beans are tender.
7. Remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.