Low Fat Minestrone Soup
Description: Dive into a bowl of wholesome goodness with this Low Fat Minestrone Soup recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Packed with a variety of flavorful ingredients, this soup is both nutritious and satisfying, perfect for a cozy night in or a hearty meal with loved ones.
Recipe Category: Grains 🌾
Keywords: Beans, Fruit 🍅, Vegetable 🥦, Meat 🥩, Canadian 🇨🇦, Kid Friendly 👧🧒, < 60 Mins ⏲️, Stove Top 🔥, Easy 🛠️, Inexpensive 💰
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 138.4
- Fat Content: 2.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 56.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26g
- Fiber Content: 5.1g
- Sugar Content: 2.7g
- Protein Content: 5.4g
Servings: 8
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Celery |
| 1 | Garlic Clove |
| 1 | Bottle of Water |
| 2 | Low-Sodium Beef Bouillon Cubes |
| 2 – 3 | No-Salt-Added Whole Tomatoes |
| 1 | Pasta Shells |
| 1 tbsp | Parsley Flakes |
| 1 tsp | Basil |
| 1 tsp | Oregano |
| 1/2 tsp | Pepper |
| 1/2 tsp | Crushed Red Pepper Flakes |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 2 cups | Chopped Cabbage |
| 1 cup | Green Beans |
Instructions:
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Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add finely chopped onion, celery, and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
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Prepare Broth: Pour the bottled water into the pot with sautéed vegetables. Add low-sodium beef bouillon cubes to the pot, allowing them to dissolve completely in the water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
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Prepare Tomatoes: While the broth is heating, drain the no-salt-added whole tomatoes, reserving the liquid. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
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Add Tomatoes and Pasta: Once the broth is boiling, add the reserved tomato liquid to the pot. Then, stir in the chopped tomatoes and pasta shells. Allow the soup to cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
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Season to Taste: After the pasta has cooked for 10 minutes, add the parsley flakes, basil, oregano, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the soup. Feel free to adjust the seasonings according to your taste preferences.
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Add Vegetables and Beans: Next, incorporate the chopped carrot, chopped cabbage, and green beans into the soup mixture. These vibrant vegetables will add both flavor and nutrients to the dish.
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Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer gently for an additional 15 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together and ensures that the vegetables are cooked through.
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Serve: Once the soup has simmered to perfection, ladle it into bowls and serve hot. Optionally, garnish each serving with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil for an added burst of flavor.
Enjoy your hearty and nutritious Low Fat Minestrone Soup! 🥣🍲
