Minestrone Vegetable Soup (Printable)

Comforting Italian soup brimming with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta in a savory herb broth.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 medium carrots, diced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
06 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
07 - 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
08 - 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
09 - 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, with juices
10 - 4 cups vegetable broth
11 - 2 cups water

→ Beans & Pasta

12 - 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
13 - 3/4 cup small pasta (ditalini or elbow macaroni)

→ Seasonings & Herbs

14 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
15 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
16 - 1 bay leaf
17 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
18 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
19 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

→ Garnish

20 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
02 - Add carrots, celery, zucchini, potato, and green beans. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until slightly softened.
03 - Stir in diced tomatoes with juices, vegetable broth, and water. Add dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
04 - Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes to develop flavors.
05 - Add cannellini beans and pasta. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 10–12 minutes, or until pasta and vegetables are tender.
06 - Remove and discard the bay leaf. Stir in fresh parsley and basil. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutrient-Rich: Packed with a variety of vegetables and protein-filled beans.
  • Easy to Make: A simple, one-pot process that takes only 20 minutes of preparation.
  • Vegetarian & Flexible: Easily adapted for vegan or gluten-free diets.
  • Classic Comfort: Delivers authentic Italian flavors in every spoonful.
02 -
  • Simmer Uncovered: Simmering the pasta and beans uncovered helps the broth thicken slightly and ensures the vegetables stay tender.
  • Adjust Seasoning: Always taste and adjust salt and pepper at the final step to balance the flavors of the fresh herbs.
  • Pasta Timing: Be careful not to overcook the pasta; it should be al dente as it will continue to soften slightly in the hot soup.
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