Tuna Minestrone
Warm, hearty, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Tuna Minestrone is a comforting twist on the classic Italian soup. This nutrient-packed recipe combines tender chunks of olive oil-rich canned tuna with a medley of fresh vegetables like zucchini, spinach, and carrot, all simmered in a savory vegetable broth. Cannellini beans and short pasta lend a satisfying richness, while fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this one-pot meal comes together in under an hour, making it an excellent choice for busy families. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of Parmesan for an extra layer of indulgence. Rich in protein, fiber, and bold flavor, Tuna Minestrone is a delightful way to cozy up to a bowl of wholesome Italian comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large carrot, diced
- 2 celery stalk, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup short pasta (such as ditalini or elbow)
- 7 ounces canned tuna in olive oil, drained
- 2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the diced onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the diced zucchini and cook for another 3 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, cannellini beans, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Stir in the short pasta and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
Gently fold in the canned tuna, breaking it into chunks, and the chopped spinach. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the spinach to wilt.
Season the soup with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Serve the Tuna Minestrone hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.7 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 6686 mg | 291% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 341.1 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.6 g | 206% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.6 g | ||
| Protein | 142.3 g | 285% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 871 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 26.3 mg | 146% | |
| Potassium | 6966 mg | 148% | |
*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.
