Best Minestrone Soup
Warm, nourishing, and packed with vibrant veggies, this homemade Minestrone Soup is the ultimate comfort in a bowl. With a hearty blend of zucchini, carrots, beans, and spinach simmered in a flavorful tomato and herb broth, it’s a wholesome, one-pot meal that’s both satisfying and simple to make. Whether you're looking for a cozy dinner or a make-ahead lunch, this soup brings comfort, a great variety of color and nutrition to every spoonful.
Ingredients
- 3 Tbs Avocado oil
- 1 cup White onion minced (about 1 small onion)
- 1 medium Zucchini chopped
- 3 Celery stalks minced
- 4 Cloves garlic minced
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 cups Chicken broth (homemade is best!) or water
- (1)15 oz can Light red kidney beans rinsed and drained
- (1)15 oz can Garbanzo beans rinsed and drained
- (1)14 oz can Crushed or petite diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Carrot (shredded or diced)
- 2 Tbs Fresh Italian parsley minced
- 1 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Dried basil
- 1/4 tsp Dried thyme
- 3 cups Fresh baby spinach
Instructions
Add 3 tbsp hemp seeds to each bowl for serving
Preparation
- Heat oil over medium heat in a large soup pot.
- Saute onion, celery, garlic and zucchini in the oil for 10 minutes or until onions begin toturn translucent.
- Add broths to the pot, plus tomatoes, beans, carrot and spices.
- Bring soup to a boil, then reduce heat and allow to simmer for 45 minutes.
- Take soup off heat and stir in spinach to gently heat and wilt for about 10 mins.
- Serve or store in the fridge!
Notes
20g Protein / 23g Fat / 36 g Carbohydrates
