Delilah's Minestrone

Warm, hearty, and brimming with vibrant vegetables, **Delilah's Minestrone** is the ultimate comfort food for any season. This classic Italian-inspired soup is packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like zucchini, spinach, and two varieties of beans, creating a wholesome, protein-packed meal. Simmered in a flavorful base of savory vegetable broth, aromatic herbs, and sweet diced tomatoes, the soup is finished with tender pasta for a satisfyingly hearty bite. The simple yet rich combination of ingredients makes it perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, as it only takes an hour to prepare from start to finish. Top with freshly grated Parmesan for a burst of umami and serve it with crusty bread to soak up every delicious drop. Whether you're looking for a healthy vegetarian dinner or a soul-warming bowl of soup, Delilah's Minestrone is guaranteed to deliver!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 large carrots, diced
• 2 medium celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
• 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (for serving, optional)
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the zucchini and garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juices), vegetable broth, kidney beans, cannellini beans, oregano, basil, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the pasta and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 7

Once the pasta is cooked, add the chopped spinach or kale and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 10

Ladle the minestrone into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3266.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2562.2

Total Fat 37.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 47.6mg	0%
Sodium 7866.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 436.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.2g	0%
Total Sugars 48.5g
Protein 133.3g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1550.7mg	0%
Iron 31.0mg	0%
Potassium 7967.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 12.9%

Protein: 20.4%

Carbs: 66.7%