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Summer Vegetable Minestrone Soup

Summer Vegetable Minestrone Soup

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  • Author: Laloti
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 59 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 14 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

Discover how to make a delicious Summer Vegetable Minestrone Soup that is packed with fresh seasonal ingredients. Perfect for a light and nutritious meal!


Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) oil
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (3 ml) black pepper
  • 1 potato, peeled and cubed
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz (794 g) diced tomato, 1 can
  • 8 cup (1920 ml) s vegetable stock
  • 2 zucchinis, diced
  • 15 oz (425 g) cannellini bean, 1 can, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cup (720 ml) s spinach
  • 2 cup (480 ml) s elbow pasta


Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a large pot and add carrots, celery, onion, salt, pepper, and potato, cooking over medium heat for about 3 minutes.
  2. Incorporate the garlic and sauté for an additional minute. Pour in diced tomatoes, vegetable stock, and zucchini.
  3. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
  4. Cover the pot and allow it to gently simmer for 45 minutes.
  5. Introduce the cannellini beans, spinach, and pasta into the pot. Replace the lid and continue simmering for another 10 minutes.
  6. Let the soup cool down before serving.
  7. Savor your meal.

Notes

  • Consider enhancing the flavor by using a mix of vegetable and chicken stock.
  • Add your preferred herbs or spices like basil, oregano, or red pepper flakes for a personalized touch.
  • For a thicker consistency, crush some cooked potatoes to help thicken the broth.