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Spring Minestrone Soup

A delightful, light yet hearty soup packed with seasonal vegetables, perfect for celebrating spring.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 210

Ingredients

Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 rib celery, diced
  • 1 cup diced Yukon gold potatoes About 1 medium small potato
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced For flavor
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adjust to taste

Broth and Beans

  • 7 cups vegetable broth
  • 15 oz cannellini beans, rinsed and drained About one can
  • 1/2 cup ditalini pasta Or any small pasta shape

Greens and Garnish

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped spinach
  • 1 cup chopped asparagus
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese For flavor and garnish
  • 3 tablespoons basil pesto For additional flavor
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice To brighten the flavor
  • Fresh basil For garnish

Method

Preparation

  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the onion, carrot, celery, and Yukon gold potatoes. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables start to soften.
  • Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently until fragrant.

Cooking

  • Add the diced zucchini, dried Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper to the pot. Cook for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors.
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, then add the cannellini beans and ditalini pasta. Stir everything together, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  • Simmer uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes or until the pasta is al dente and the potatoes are tender.
  • Stir in the chopped spinach, asparagus, and frozen peas. Let the soup simmer for another 2 minutes until the vegetables are just tender and retain their vibrant color.
  • Add the Parmesan cheese, basil pesto, and lemon juice to the pot. Stir well until the cheese is melted and the pesto is fully incorporated. Taste and add more salt and pepper if necessary.

Serving

  • Ladle the soup into bowls, garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese as desired. Serve warm and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 8gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

Notes

Let any leftover soup cool completely before transferring to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze the soup for up to 3 months.
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