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Classic Minestrone Soup – Hearty, Healthy & Full of Flavor

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A hearty, veggie-packed Italian soup made with beans, pasta, and seasonal vegetables simmered in a tomato-herb broth. Comforting, wholesome, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 zucchini, chopped

  • 1 cup green beans, chopped

  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes

  • 1 tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp thyme or Italian seasoning

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 4 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 can (15 oz) beans (cannellini or kidney), drained

  • ¾ cup small pasta (ditalini or shells)

  • 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • Parmesan & parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • In a large pot, heat oil. Sauté onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 5–6 minutes.

  • Add zucchini, green beans, tomatoes, and seasonings. Cook 3–4 minutes.

  • Pour in broth, water, beans, and bay leaf. Simmer 15–20 minutes.

  • Add pasta and greens. Cook 8–10 minutes until pasta is tender.

  • Remove bay leaf. Season to taste. Serve with Parmesan and parsley.

Notes

Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
Add meat or more veggies to customize.
Store leftovers in the fridge up to 5 days.