Minestrone Volumetrics
Warm up with a hearty bowl of Minestrone Volumetrics, a deliciously nourishing spin on the classic Italian soup that's designed to satisfy without excess calories. Packed with vibrant vegetables like zucchini, green beans, carrots, and baby spinach, this fiber-rich dish delivers wholesome nutrition in every spoonful. Cannellini beans and optional pasta lend a hearty touch, while aromatic herbs and a savory vegetable broth infuse each bite with comforting flavor. Ready in just an hour, this one-pot recipe is perfect for meal prep, busy weeknights, or feeding a crowd. Garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of Parmesan for an irresistible finish. If you're searching for a healthy, veggie-packed soup that doesn't skimp on taste, Minestrone Volumetrics is your go-to recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 15 ounces cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 1 cup small pasta (optional, such as ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- to taste grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrots to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and the onion is translucent.
Stir in the zucchini and green beans, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes (including juices), vegetable broth, dried basil, dried oregano, and bay leaf. Stir well.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
If using small pasta, add it to the pot and cook according to package instructions, typically 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally so the pasta doesn’t stick.
Once the pasta is cooked (or after simmering for 25 total minutes, if not adding pasta), stir in the cannellini beans and baby spinach leaves. Cook for 2-3 more minutes until the spinach wilts.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley and a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy your nutritious Minestrone Volumetrics!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2425 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.2 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 6578 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 388.2 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 69.5 g | 248% | |
| Total Sugars | 64.7 g | ||
| Protein | 94.1 g | 188% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 932 mg | 72% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 7292 mg | 155% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
