Minestrone is a thick, mixed vegetable soup using almost any combination of seasonal vegetables. Short cuts of pasta or rice may also be added. This version includes pesto sauce.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 leek, sliced
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, finely chopped
- 1 celery rib, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 6 ¼ cups hot vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 zucchini, finely chopped, or more to taste
- ¾ cup fresh peas
- 3 medium tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 cups cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste
Directions
Step 1
Heat oil over medium heat in a stockpot. Stir in leek and onion and cook for 5 to 6 minutes. Add carrots, celery, and garlic; cook for 5 minutes. Add potatoes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more.
Step 2
Pour hot vegetable broth into the pot and stir well. Add bay leaf and thyme; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer for 10 to 12 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in zucchini and peas. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, cover, and let simmer for 5 to 8 minutes.
Step 4
Uncover the pot and stir in beans. Let simmer for 10 minutes; stir in pesto sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand for 3 to 4 minutes. Serve topped with Parmesan cheese.
Cook’s Notes:
You can use hot water instead of vegetable broth or a combination of both.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 321 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat12g | 15% |
Saturated Fat2g | 11% |
Cholesterol3mg | 1% |
Sodium814mg | 35% |
Total Carbohydrate45g | 16% |
Dietary Fiber10g | 36% |
Total Sugars10g | |
Protein11g | |
Vitamin C45mg | 227% |
Calcium182mg | 14% |
Iron4mg | 24% |
Potassium778mg | 17% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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