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One-Pot Minestrone Soup

One-Pot Minestrone Soup
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One-Pot Minestrone Soup is a hearty, wholesome, and comforting dish packed with fresh vegetables, beans, pasta, and herbs. Perfect for busy nights, this easy-to-make soup combines nutritious ingredients in a single pot, ensuring maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Adaptable for any season and dietary preference, it offers a warm bowl that nourishes body and soul.

Ingredients

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Oils and Aromatics

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Vegetables

  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into pieces
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices

Liquids

  • 6 cups vegetable broth

Beans and Pasta

  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Vegetables: Chop onions, garlic, carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans into small, uniform pieces to ensure even cooking and a smoother process.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes, building the base flavor.
  3. Add the Vegetables and Broth: Stir in carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans for a few minutes. Pour in the vegetable broth and canned diced tomatoes with their juices. Bring to a simmer to meld flavors.
  4. Stir in Beans and Pasta: Add drained beans and pasta to the pot, stirring well. Cook until pasta is tender but still firm to the bite, about 10-12 minutes, maintaining a gentle simmer.
  5. Season and Finish: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired. Remove from heat and stir in fresh chopped basil and parsley for a bright, fresh finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh, quality vegetable broth for the best flavor.
  • Do not overcook pasta; add it toward the end to avoid mushy texture.
  • Customize veggies based on seasonality and availability.
  • Season gradually with salt to avoid over-salting.
  • Let the soup rest off the heat to deepen the flavors before serving.

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Keywords: One-Pot, Minestrone Soup, Vegan, Easy Soup, Hearty Soup, Italian Soup, Healthy Dinner, Quick Meal

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