Description
Indulge in a bowl of ‘Heal Me’ Minestrone Soup, a comforting and hearty dish that brings warmth and nourishment to any meal. This minestrone is brimming with vibrant vegetables, tender legumes, and aromatic herbs, making it not just a feast for the palate but also a powerhouse of nutrition. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, this soup is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. In just under an hour, you can enjoy a wholesome bowl that’s rich in flavor and low in calories—ideal for anyone seeking a healthy yet satisfying option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Red Onion
- 1 Carrot
- 1 Celery
- 1 Potato
- 5 Garlic Cloves
- 2 Tomato Purée
- 1 Dried Oregano
- 1 Smoked Paprika
- 1 Chilli Flakes
- 1 Cooked Butter Beans
- 1 Chopped Tomatoes
- 1000 Vegetable Stock
- 125 White Apple Vinegar
- 150 Pasta
- 25 Basil
- 50 Spinach
- Nutritional Yeast (to serve)
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Black Pepper
Instructions
- Begin by finely dicing the red onion, carrot, celery, potato, and mincing the garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat and sauté the diced vegetables with salt until softened (about 5–10 minutes).
- Stir in tomato purée, oregano, paprika, and chili flakes; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Add apple vinegar followed by butter beans, chopped tomatoes, and vegetable stock; season to taste and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer for 10–15 minutes before adding pasta according to package instructions.
- Once the pasta is nearly al dente, stir in spinach and fresh basil until wilted.
- Serve hot with garnishes of fresh basil, olive oil drizzle, and nutritional yeast if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg