Nothing can top a warm, hearty soup on a cold evening. If you are looking for a quick and easy recipe for dinner, try Ashley.The Recipe Rebel‘s one-pot minestrone soup. It’s flavorful, filling, and perfect for sharing. This dish only requires one pot, can be made ahead of time, and is freezer-friendly. What more could you ask for?
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Minestrone is loaded with different vegetables, kidney beans, and pasta. It does not contain any milk, making it dairy-free. Plus, it can be easily turned into a vegan or gluten-free soup if preferred. You can never go wrong with this recipe. Serve it with garlic bread or salad for a complete meal.
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Homemade Minestrone Soup Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- 1 small onion (finely diced)
- 2 ribs celery (sliced)
- 3 large carrots (peeled and finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (2 large cloves)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt
- 1 teaspoon of dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon of dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/8 teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups of fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
- 4 cups of low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 cup canned red kidney beans (rinsed)
- 1 cup canned white kidney beans (rinsed)
- 1 cup small uncooked pasta
- parmesan
How to Make Minestrone Soup
Step 1:
Place a large pot over medium-high heat. Add oil, carrots, celery, and onion. Saute until the onion has softened for about 3 to 4 minutes.
Step 2:
Add salt, garlic, parsley, oregano, basil, and pepper. Mix and cook for a minute.
Step 3:
Pour in the broth, then add the tomatoes and beans. Place the lid and simmer over medium heat for about 10 minutes or until carrots are crisp-tender.
Step 4:
Add the pasta and stir until well combined. Let it simmer for 10 minutes or until the pasta reaches desired doneness. Make sure to stir it often.
Step 5:
Stir in the spinach. Serve with shredded parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
One-Pot Minestrone Soup
