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Hearty Vegan Minestrone Soup Recipe

A rich, vegetable-packed soup with beans, pasta, and Italian flavors. Warm, comforting, and perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  1. Sauté the Veggies
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Build the Flavor
  5. Stir in garlic, zucchini, and spices.
  6. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  7. Simmer the Soup
  8. Add diced tomatoes, beans, and vegetable broth.
  9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  10. Add the Pasta
  11. Stir in pasta and green beans.
  12. Cook for 8–10 minutes until pasta is tender.
  13. Final Touches
  14. Stir in spinach, let it wilt, then remove from heat.
  15. Serve & Enjoy
  16. 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.

Final Thought

This soup is proof that comfort food can be healthy, delicious, and ridiculously easy. One bowl, and you’ll wonder why you didn’t make it sooner!