Hot and Warming Minestrone Soup

Minestrone soup is a traditional Italian soup that dates back to ancient Rome. It was originally made with whatever vegetables were in season and often included leftovers from previous meals.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 15.

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Hot and Warming Minestrone Soup

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

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic
• 2 medium Carrot
• 2 stalk Celery
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 can Canned Tomatoes
• 4 cup Vegetable Broth
• 1 can Kidney Beans
• 1 cup Green Beans
• 1 cup Ditalini Pasta
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Basil
• 4 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until softened.
2. Add carrot, celery, and zucchini. Cook for 5 minutes.
3. Add canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add kidney beans, green beans, and pasta. Cook for another 10 minutes.
6. Season with salt, black pepper, and basil.
7. Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 8g

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.