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Photo:Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,
Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Lexi Juhl,
Active Time:30 minsTotal Time:55 minsServings:6
Active Time:30 mins
Active Time:
30 mins
Total Time:55 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:6
Servings:
6
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil1mediumyellow onion, chopped3mediumcarrots, peeled and sliced3medium stalkscelery, sliced, leaves reserved for garnish2tablespoonschoppedgarlic2teaspoonsdried oregano1teaspoondried basil1/2teaspoonsalt1/2teaspoonground pepper2tablespoonsunsaltedtomato paste6cupsreduced-sodium vegetable broth1 (15-ounce) canno-salt-added kidney beans, undrained1 (14.5-ounce) canno-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained1mediumzucchini, sliced into half-moons2cupsfrozengreen beans1cupwhole-wheat orzo1 1/2teaspoonssherry vinegar1/4cupgrated Parmesan cheese
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)
Ingredients
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
1mediumyellow onion, chopped
3mediumcarrots, peeled and sliced
3medium stalkscelery, sliced, leaves reserved for garnish
2tablespoonschoppedgarlic
2teaspoonsdried oregano
1teaspoondried basil
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonground pepper
2tablespoonsunsaltedtomato paste
6cupsreduced-sodium vegetable broth
1 (15-ounce) canno-salt-added kidney beans, undrained
1 (14.5-ounce) canno-salt-added diced tomatoes, undrained
1mediumzucchini, sliced into half-moons
2cupsfrozengreen beans
1cupwhole-wheat orzo
1 1/2teaspoonssherry vinegar
1/4cupgrated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper; cook, stirring often, until the vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
Add tomato paste; cook, stirring constantly, until caramelized, about 1 minute.
Stir in broth, kidney beans, tomatoes and zucchini; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, undisturbed, for 25 minutes.
Stir in green beans and orzo; cook, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is al dente and the green beans are thoroughly heated, about 12 minutes.
Stir in vinegar. Divide the soup among 6 bowls. Top with Parmesan and celery leaves.
To make aheadCool soup to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before heating and serving.
To make ahead
Cool soup to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before heating and serving.
Nutrition InformationServing Size: about 1 2/3 cupsCalories 271, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 47g, Total Sugars 8g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 10g, Fiber 12g, Sodium 478mg, Potassium 664mg
Nutrition Information
Serving Size: about 1 2/3 cupsCalories 271, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 47g, Total Sugars 8g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 10g, Fiber 12g, Sodium 478mg, Potassium 664mg
Serving Size: about 1 2/3 cups
Calories 271, Fat 5g, Saturated Fat 1g, Cholesterol 4mg, Carbohydrates 47g, Total Sugars 8g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 10g, Fiber 12g, Sodium 478mg, Potassium 664mg
Frequently Asked QuestionsMinestrone soup is loaded with inflammation-reducing vegetables, herbs, spices, whole grains and legumes. Research suggests that eating a moreplant-based diethas numerous health benefits, including a lower risk of chronic diseases, like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. The reduction in inflammation and disease is due to the nutrients found in plants, including fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.Whole-wheat orzo is considered awhole grain, which means that it was made with the entire wheat kernel—the bran, germ and endosperm. These are the most nutritious parts of the kernel, containing antioxidants, fiber and nutrients. Whole grains have been shown to support heart health andreduce chronic inflammation.While it would be easy to immediately jump to a resounding yes, there is one ingredient that must be considered when deciding whether this soup is vegetarian or not—and it’s Parmesan. ManyParmesan cheeses are made with an enzyme called rennet. Rennet is animal-based and is not suitable for a vegetarian diet. With that said, there are Parmesan cheeses on the market that are made using plant rennet, so make sure to read the label if you’re following a strict vegetarian diet. If you’re following a vegetarian diet and can’t find vegetarian Parmesan cheese, feel free to omit.Absolutely! This minestrone soup would work with a variety of different veggies. Try peas, cabbage, kale, spinach, potatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower or winter squash. Substitute other types of canned beans like creamy cannellini beans, pinto beans, great northern beans or chickpeas.Yes, you can! Try our recipe forSlow-Cooker Vegetable Minestrone Soup, which is cooked in a slow cooker on Low for 6 to 8 hours.Minestrone soup is a hearty vegetable soup of Italian origin and typically contains a variety of vegetables, pasta and beans. Vegetable soup is a general term for soups made with vegetables and can bechunky,pureed,broth-basedorcream-based.
Frequently Asked Questions
Minestrone soup is loaded with inflammation-reducing vegetables, herbs, spices, whole grains and legumes. Research suggests that eating a moreplant-based diethas numerous health benefits, including a lower risk of chronic diseases, like heart disease, cancer and diabetes. The reduction in inflammation and disease is due to the nutrients found in plants, including fiber, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.
Whole-wheat orzo is considered awhole grain, which means that it was made with the entire wheat kernel—the bran, germ and endosperm. These are the most nutritious parts of the kernel, containing antioxidants, fiber and nutrients. Whole grains have been shown to support heart health andreduce chronic inflammation.
While it would be easy to immediately jump to a resounding yes, there is one ingredient that must be considered when deciding whether this soup is vegetarian or not—and it’s Parmesan. ManyParmesan cheeses are made with an enzyme called rennet. Rennet is animal-based and is not suitable for a vegetarian diet. With that said, there are Parmesan cheeses on the market that are made using plant rennet, so make sure to read the label if you’re following a strict vegetarian diet. If you’re following a vegetarian diet and can’t find vegetarian Parmesan cheese, feel free to omit.
Absolutely! This minestrone soup would work with a variety of different veggies. Try peas, cabbage, kale, spinach, potatoes, bell peppers, cauliflower or winter squash. Substitute other types of canned beans like creamy cannellini beans, pinto beans, great northern beans or chickpeas.
Yes, you can! Try our recipe forSlow-Cooker Vegetable Minestrone Soup, which is cooked in a slow cooker on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
Minestrone soup is a hearty vegetable soup of Italian origin and typically contains a variety of vegetables, pasta and beans. Vegetable soup is a general term for soups made with vegetables and can bechunky,pureed,broth-basedorcream-based.
EatingWell.com, December 2023
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