Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp. oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 2 large carrots, peeled and diced
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 tsp. italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp. black pepper
- 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup medium shell pasta
- 1 cup canned or frozen green beans
- 2 cups baby spinach
Warm up with a bowl of hearty minestrone soup. This classic Italian soup is brimming with a medley of fresh vegetables, tender beans, and pasta, all simmered in a rich, flavorful broth.
Directions
Heat oil in a large pot over high heat. Sauté onion, garlic, celery and carrots until softened, 8 minutes. Add in broth, tomatoes, seasonings, salt, pepper and white beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10–12 minutes. Add pasta and green beans. Cover and cook until pasta is tender, 10–12 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in spinach.
Nutrition
Approximate nutrition information per cup: 138 calories; 2.4 g fat; 0.3 g saturated fat; 2.5 mg cholesterol; 1035 mg sodium; 23 g carbohydrate; 5 g fiber; 2.6 g sugar; 7.1 g protein