Description
Warm up this winter with a comforting bowl of Winter Minestrone Soup, brimming with vibrant vegetables and hearty flavors. This easy-to-make soup combines tender white beans, small pasta, and fresh greens in a savory broth, creating a deliciously satisfying meal that feels like a hug in a bowl. Perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings, it’s simple enough for busy weeknights yet special enough to impress guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in diced zucchini and canned tomatoes (with juice). Mix well.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the white beans. Season with thyme, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add the pasta to the pot and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 8-10 minutes).
- Just before serving, fold in the spinach or kale until wilted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg