Active Time:35 minsAdditional Time:4 hrsTotal Time:4 hrs 35 minsServings:8Yield:8 servingsJump to Nutrition Facts
Active Time:35 minsAdditional Time:4 hrsTotal Time:4 hrs 35 minsServings:8Yield:8 servings
Active Time:35 mins
Active Time:
35 mins
Additional Time:4 hrs
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:4 hrs 35 mins
Total Time:
4 hrs 35 mins
Servings:8
Servings:
8
Yield:8 servings
Yield:
8 servings
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1mediumonion, chopped2mediumcarrots, chopped2stalkscelery, chopped12ouncesfresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces4cupschopped kale2mediumzucchini, chopped4Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped2clovesgarlic, minced2(15 ounce) cansno-salt-added cannellini or other white beans, rinsed4cupslow-sodium chicken broth or low-sodium vegetable broth1Parmesan rind (optional)2teaspoonssalt½teaspoonground pepper2teaspoonsred-wine vinegar8teaspoonsprepared pesto
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)
Ingredients
1mediumonion, chopped
2mediumcarrots, chopped
2stalkscelery, chopped
12ouncesfresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4cupschopped kale
2mediumzucchini, chopped
4Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2clovesgarlic, minced
2(15 ounce) cansno-salt-added cannellini or other white beans, rinsed
4cupslow-sodium chicken broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
1Parmesan rind (optional)
2teaspoonssalt
½teaspoonground pepper
2teaspoonsred-wine vinegar
8teaspoonsprepared pesto
Directions
Combine onion, carrots, celery, green beans, kale, zucchini, tomatoes, garlic, white beans, broth, Parmesan rind (if using), salt and pepper in a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. Cover and cook on High for 4 hours or Low for 6 hours.
Remove Parmesan rind, if using. Stir in vinegar and top each serving of soup with 1 teaspoon pesto.
Equipment6-quart or larger slow cooker
Equipment
6-quart or larger slow cooker
Recipe Updates
Added an optional Parmesan rind (to boost flavor).
Frequently Asked Questions
The vegetables and beans in this soup offer a wealth of vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. One 1 1/2-cup serving of this vegetable soup provides almost a day’s worth of vitamin A and about one-third of your vitamin C and fiber for the day. You’ll also get a nice boost of magnesium, potassium, iron, folate and calcium. Altogether, the nutrients in this soup make for a bowl of inflammation-fighting goodness that will also keep you full and satisfied.
Pesto is a delicious combination of several healthy ingredients. While there are variations of it, pesto typically contains olive oil, basil, pine nuts, garlic and Parmesan cheese. If you’re eating vegan or avoid dairy, look for a pesto that is made without cheese. If you follow a vegetarian diet, note thatsome Parmesan cheeses are not vegetariansince they are made using animal rennet, an enzyme that aids in the production of cheese.
Parmesan rind is the outer layer that forms on the cheese as it ages. We add a Parmesan rind to give this soup a rich, umami taste. It’s a great hack for building flavor, but if you don’t have one on hand, you can add a dash of soy sauce or tamari, nutritional yeast or extra spices to give the flavor a boost.
Garnish isn’t just for looks. It can also add flavor and dimension to your vegetable soup. We add pesto as a finishing touch. Other garnishes to try are chopped fresh herbs, flavored oils, a dollop of yogurt, chopped roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes, or a grated hard cheese like Parmesan or Pecorino Romano.
We cook this vegetable soup in the slow cooker, which works well for busy days. You can assemble your dinner in the morning and have it ready four to six hours later. You can also cook it on the stovetop and have it ready in less time. Check out thestovetop versionof this healthy soup.
Yes, you can! Prepare the soup through Step 1 and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days or portion the soup and freeze for up to six months. Finish Step 2 just before serving.
Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, November 2017
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)174Calories4gFat26gCarbs10gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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