Hearty Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe
Nothing says cozy like a big, steaming bowl of minestrone. This soup is loaded with colorful veggies, tender beans, and pasta—because carbs are life. It’s thick, rich, and satisfying enough to make you forget all about takeout. Plus, it’s ridiculously easy to throw together. You basically let the pot do the work while you pretend you have your life together. Perfect for meal prep, lazy weeknights, or when you just need something warm and comforting. Bonus: It’s budget-friendly, packed with nutrients, and will make you feel like a domestic goddess.
Hearty Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe
A rich, vegetable-packed soup with beans, pasta, and Italian flavors. Warm, comforting, and perfect for cozy nights.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 zucchini diced
- 1 can 15 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 can 15 oz cannellini beans, drained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup small pasta elbows or shells
- 1 cup green beans chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup spinach optional
Instructions
- Sauté the Veggies
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Build the Flavor
- Stir in garlic, zucchini, and spices.
- Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Simmer the Soup
- Add diced tomatoes, beans, and vegetable broth.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add the Pasta
- Stir in pasta and green beans.
- Cook for 8–10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Final Touches
- Stir in spinach, let it wilt, then remove from heat.
- Serve & Enjoy
- Ladle into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread!
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 18%
- Vitamin A: 30%
- Vitamin C: 25%
- Folate: 15%
- Magnesium: 12%
Tips for the Best Minestrone
- Swap pasta for quinoa to make it gluten-free.
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze in portions for easy meal prep.
