Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

6 servings
Vegetarian Minestrone Soup is based on the hearty classic Italian recipe that's loaded with beans, vegetables and pasta in a seasoned aromatic tomato broth!

Ingredients

  • extra-virgin olive oil
    2 tbsp
  • onion

    diced

    1 medium
  • celery stalks

    diced

    2
  • carrots

    diced

    2 large
  • salt and pepper
    to taste
  • zucchini

    diced

    1
  • dried thyme
    1 tsp
  • oregano
    1 tsp
  • garlic cloves

    minced

    4
  • tomato paste
    2 oz
  • 28- ounce can crushed tomatoes
    1
  • low-sodium vegetable broth
    6 c
  • can kidney beans

    drained/rinse

    15 oz
  • can white beans

    drained/rinsed

    15 oz
  • small pasta of choice
    ½ c
  • freshly grated parmesan cheese

    for serving

  • fresh parsley

    for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, celery and carrots to the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally until vegetables start to soften, about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add the zucchini, thyme, oregano and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. 3

    Add the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes with their juices and vegetable broth. Bring mixture to a boil, then simmer until the vegetables soften, about 20 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in the kidney beans, white beans and pasta. Simmer until pasta is tender, about 6-8 minutes or according to pasta package instructions.

  5. 5

    Serve with parmesan cheese and parsley, if desired.

Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

45 min6 servings352 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving a bowl of comforting, soul-satisfying soup that's packed with flavor and goodness? This Vegetarian Minestrone Soup recipe delivers a hearty, classic Italian experience without any meat, perfect for any night of the week.

This rendition of the classic Italian recipe shines by being generously loaded with tender beans, an array of colorful vegetables, and your favorite small pasta, all simmered in a beautifully seasoned aromatic tomato broth. It’s designed to be deeply satisfying, proving that vegetarian dishes can be just as rich and robust as their meat-based counterparts.

You can look forward to a vibrant and robust soup, brimming with the natural sweetness of carrots, the subtle notes of celery, and the tender bite of zucchini, complemented by the earthiness of kidney and white beans. Each spoonful offers a harmonious blend of textures, from the al dente pasta to the soft vegetables, all enveloped in a rich, savory tomato broth infused with thyme, oregano, and garlic. It's a comforting and wholesome meal that truly warms you from the inside out, offering the authentic feel of a homemade Italian classic.

Customization & Variations

Feel free to personalize your Vegetarian Minestrone Soup. While the recipe calls for kidney and white beans, you could easily swap in cannellini or garbanzo beans. For more vegetable variety, consider adding some diced potatoes, green beans, or spinach towards the end of cooking. You can also experiment with different small pasta shapes like ditalini or elbow macaroni if you prefer.

Serve this hearty Minestrone Soup as a standalone meal for a cozy family dinner or as a comforting lunch. Don't forget to top each bowl generously with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an extra layer of flavor and bright garnish.

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