Hearty Minestrone Soup with Pasta
Vegetable minestrone: craft this comforting and healthy soup packed with tender vegetables and pasta. Perfect for a cozy family meal.
Ingredients
- 1 Onion (finely diced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Carrots (halved lengthwise and sliced)
- 2 Celery Stalks (sliced)
- 1 Russet Potato (peeled and diced)
- 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 14 ounce Can Diced Tomatoes
- 1 Large Zucchini (halved lengthwise and sliced)
- 8 ounce Tomato Sauce
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 15 ounce Can Kidney Beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup Small Pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- Fresh Parsley (for garnish)
- Parmesan Cheese (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, zucchini, and potato. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables soften (4-5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Add kidney beans and pasta. Simmer until pasta is tender (approximately 6 minutes).
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve sprinkled with parsley and topped with Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For an even richer broth, sauté a tablespoon of tomato paste with the garlic before adding the diced tomatoes and sauce. This deepens the umami.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mash a portion of the tender potatoes and beans against the side of the pot to release some starch.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth or water if needed to adjust consistency. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, mash a portion of the tender potatoes and beans against the side of the pot to release some starch.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze portions in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth or water if needed to adjust consistency. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.