Vegetarian Minestrone Soup

Name: Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 80 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable broth; 4 cups diced tomatoes; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 carrots, chopped; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1/2 onion, chopped; 3 zucchini, chopped; 1 cup chopped green beans, optional; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 bay leaf; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 1/2 cups macaroni pasta, or another small pasta shape such as small shells

A low-fat vegetarian minestrone soup, slow-simmered for rich flavor, makes a light and satisfying meal.

⭐ 4.1 (61 reviews) Prep: 10 minCook: 80 minTotal: 90 minYields: 6 servings

Category Tags:

Side Dish Soup

Cuisine Tags:

American

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Instructions

In a large pot, combine vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, carrots, celery, onion, zucchini, green beans, garlic, and one bay leaf.
Bring to a low simmer and cook for 45 to 60 minutes, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
Stir in salt, pepper, and macaroni pasta. Increase heat to medium-low and simmer for 10 to 20 minutes, or until pasta is cooked.
Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutritional Info (per serving)

Calories: 115 kcal

Carbohydrate: 23 g

Cholesterol: 0 mg

Fiber: 6 g

Protein: 5 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Sodium: 754 mg

Sugar: 8 g

Fat: 1 g

Unsaturated Fat: 0 g