Green Minestrone Recipe 🌿
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of this vibrant Green Minestrone recipe, perfect for those seeking a healthy, flavorful meal in under 60 minutes. Packed with nutritious vegetables and aromatic herbs, this dish promises a burst of freshness in every spoonful.
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 onions, chopped
- 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- A pinch of saffron
- 48g orzo pasta
- 1/4 cup lima beans
- 1/4 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 cup escarole, shredded
- 1 zucchini, diced
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 331.1
- Fat: 6.4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 357.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 55.5g
- Fiber: 10.1g
- Sugar: 8.6g
- Protein: 17g
Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a soup pot over medium-high heat.
- Add diced potatoes, celery, carrots, and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 to 4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add a pinch of saffron. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Stir in the orzo pasta and lima beans. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, allowing the potatoes and orzo to partially cook.
- Add peas, chopped green beans, shredded escarole, and diced zucchini. Cook for an additional 3 to 5 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped herbs if desired.
Enjoy Your Green Minestrone! 🍲
This delightful recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a nourishing treat for your body. Share it with loved ones and relish the goodness together!
