My My My Minestra Italian Vegetable Soup with Pasta

Dive into comforting flavors with "My My My Minestra Italian Vegetable Soup with Pasta," a hearty, nutrient-packed dish that showcases the best of Italian home cooking. Brimming with vibrant vegetables—like zucchini, green beans, and carrots—this one-pot wonder is simmered in aromatic herbs like basil and oregano for a richly flavored broth. Tender potatoes and baby spinach add substance, while al dente pasta brings a satisfying texture to every spoonful. Finished with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, this customizable soup is perfect for family dinners or meal prep. Quick to prepare and easy to love, this Minestra recipe offers a delicious way to warm up while enjoying a wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired feast. Keywords: Italian vegetable soup, Minestra recipe, healthy pasta soup, one-pot meal, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 cup small pasta (such as ditalini or elbow macaroni)
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (for serving)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for another 3-4 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced zucchini, potatoes, and green beans to the pot, stirring well.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with their liquid) and the vegetable broth.

Step 6

Season with oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

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

Step 8

While the soup is simmering, cook the small pasta in a separate pot according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 9

Once the vegetables are tender, stir in the baby spinach and cooked pasta. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Serve the Minestra hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3418.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2850.0

Total Fat 91.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.3g
Cholesterol 79.4mg	0%
Sodium 8317.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 400.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.6g	0%
Total Sugars 64.9g
Protein 120.0g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 2051.3mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 7542.8mg	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: 28.3%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 55.2%