For a richer flavor, consider using homemade chicken broth. Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini, celery, or potatoes. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can substitute 1 teaspoon of dried basil and 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano. Add them along with the canned tomatoes. To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth and omit the Parmesan cheese. This soup freezes well. Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers. It can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Easy Minestrone
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS69
A hearty and comforting minestrone, brimming with garden vegetables and infused with aromatic herbs. Perfect for a chilly evening or a satisfying lunch.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate29 g
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Cholesterol2 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein8 g
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Saturated Fat1 g
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Sodium388 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
3 mins
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-low heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
02
Step
5 mins
Add diced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent (about 4-5 minutes).
03
Step
2 mins
Add sliced carrots and stir until heated through (about 1-2 minutes).
04
Step
1 mins
Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Stir in red wine. Reduce heat to low and add green beans, pinto beans, spinach, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
05
Step
1 mins
Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low. Continue to simmer until vegetables are tender (about 40 minutes).
06
Step
40 mins
While the soup simmers, cook seashell pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add seashell pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until al dente (about 8 minutes). Drain pasta well.
07
Step
8 mins
Stir drained pasta into the soup. Ladle into bowls and top with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
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Kianna Hegmann
Jun 26, 2025Next time I will add a bay leaf for additional depth!
Berry Kuhlman
May 30, 2025A great way to use up leftover veggies in the fridge!
Fanny Rempel
Jan 10, 2025Used vegetable broth to make it vegan, and it was still amazing.
Leanna Hayes
Dec 30, 2024The red wine adds such a depth of flavor that I never thought to try before!
Raegan Kris
Nov 28, 2024I prefer ditalini pasta, worked perfectly.
Claudine Friesen
Nov 22, 2024This is my go-to minestrone recipe! So easy to customize.
Ellsworth Hickle
Nov 8, 2024Freezes really well, perfect for meal prepping.
Ursula Krajcik
Nov 7, 2024I added some zucchini and it was delicious!
Nils Green
Sep 24, 2024My kids even love this soup, which is a miracle!