Tuna Minestrone Recipe 🍲
Description:
Indulge in the flavors of Europe with this delectable Tuna Minestrone recipe from LoveWithRecipes.com. This hearty dish comes together in under 60 minutes, making it perfect for a quick and easy meal on any occasion. Prepared on the stove-top, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that will warm you up from the inside out. Packed with nutritious ingredients and bursting with flavor, this Tuna Minestrone is sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 5 cups | Chicken broth |
| 1 can | Italian tomatoes |
| 1 | Carrot |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Celery stalk |
| 1 cup | Small shell pasta |
| 1/8 tsp | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 can | Tuna |
| 1 can | Great northern beans |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 282.9
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 21.5mg
- Sodium: 661.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 33.4g
- Fiber: 7.1g
- Sugar: 4.3g
- Protein: 26.4g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base:
In a large soup pot, combine the chicken broth, Italian tomatoes (undrained), diced carrot, chopped onion, sliced celery, small shell pasta, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients. -
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Simmer:
Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid, and allow the soup to simmer for about 20 minutes. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully. -
Add Tuna and Beans:
After the soup has simmered for 20 minutes and the vegetables are tender, it’s time to add the star ingredients – tuna and great northern beans. Drain and flake the tuna, then add it to the pot along with the drained and rinsed beans. Stir gently to incorporate everything. -
Final Touch:
Let the soup heat through for a few more minutes, ensuring the tuna and beans are warmed. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preferences. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Once heated through and seasoned to perfection, ladle the Tuna Minestrone into bowls. Garnish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley or a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if desired. Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of this delicious European-inspired soup!
Tips:
- Feel free to customize the vegetables in this recipe based on your preferences or what you have on hand. Zucchini, bell peppers, or spinach would all be great additions.
- For an extra kick of flavor, try adding a clove of minced garlic to the soup base when sautéing the onions and carrots.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.
- Serve this Tuna Minestrone alongside a crusty loaf of bread or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
