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Hearty Vegetable Soup


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  • Author: Chef Alex
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: vegan

Description

A delicious and nutritious vegetable soup packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3/4 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5–6 minutes.
  2. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add tomato paste and stir to coat vegetables.
  3. Add zucchini, green beans, diced tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth. Stir well.
  4. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
  6. Add kidney beans, cannellini beans, and pasta. Simmer for another 10–12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
  7. Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2–3 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add more broth if needed.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

  • This soup can be customized with any vegetables you have on hand.
  • It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: soup
  • Method: stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg