Jamie's Minestrone

Warm, hearty, and packed with seasonal vegetables, Jamie's Minestrone is the ultimate comfort food that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. This classic Italian-inspired soup features a vibrant medley of onions, carrots, celery, zucchini, kale, and creamy cannellini beans simmered in a fragrant broth infused with garlic, oregano, and thyme. Perfectly complemented by tender pasta and topped with a sprinkle of Parmesan and fresh parsley, this recipe is a one-pot wonder that’s ready in under an hour. Ideal for a cozy family meal or a make-ahead lunch, Jamie's Minestrone is a satisfying, versatile dish that pairs beautifully with crusty bread. Packed with fiber-rich vegetables and plant-based protein, it’s a wholesome choice for vegetarians and anyone seeking a comforting, nutrient-dense meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 2 medium, diced carrot
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 2 small, peeled and diced potatoes
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 2 cups, chopped kale
• 15 ounces, drained and rinsed canned cannellini beans
• 1 cup small pasta (e.g., elbow, ditalini)
• 1 teaspoon, or to taste salt
• 0.5 teaspoons, or to taste ground black pepper
• 0.5 cup, grated (optional, for serving) parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini, potatoes, diced tomatoes (with their juices), vegetable broth, bay leaf, dried oregano, and dried thyme.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped kale, cannellini beans, and pasta. Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 8

Ladle the minestrone into bowls. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot with crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3859.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3048.0

Total Fat 89.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 52.4mg	0%
Sodium 10094.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 459.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 75.9g	0%
Total Sugars 76.1g
Protein 114.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1515.0mg	0%
Iron 28.3mg	0%
Potassium 9209.6mg	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: 25.9%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 59.3%