Best 6 Easy Microwave Minestrone Soup Recipes

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Craving a warm, hearty soup that is not only delicious but also convenient to make? Look no further than easy microwave minestrone soup! Bursting with colorful vegetables, savory broth, and tender pasta, this soup is sure to become a favorite in your household. With the help of your trusty microwave, you can have a flavorful and nutritious meal ready in no time. Gather your ingredients, prepare your vegetables, and let's embark on this culinary adventure, creating a delicious and comforting bowl of minestrone soup in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MICROWAVE MINESTRONE



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"This hearty soup is packed with vegetables and pasta," remarks Emma Magielda of Amsterdam, New York. "By the time I set the table, it's ready."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup each sliced carrots, celery and zucchini
1/2 cup diced sweet yellow pepper
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup medium pasta shells, cooked and drained
1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the carrots, celery, zucchini, yellow pepper and onion. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat., Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 9-11 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 765mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

MICROWAVE MINESTRONE SOUP



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Make and share this Microwave Minestrone Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Luvs 2 Cook

Categories     Microwave

Time 19m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can beef broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup medium pasta shell, cooked and drained
3 minced garlic cloves
1/4 cup onion, diced
1/2-1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can cannellini or 1 (15 ounce) can white kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • In a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the carrots, celery, zucchini, yellow pepper and onion.
  • Drizzle with oil; toss to coat.
  • Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
  • Cover and cook on high for 9-11 minutes.
  • This recipe was cooked in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.3, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 0.8, Sodium 1054, Carbohydrate 38.3, Fiber 6, Sugar 3.9, Protein 11.5

EASY MICROWAVE MINESTRONE SOUP



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YUM! This is one hearty, easy and yummy bowl of comfort food soup! best thing, it's totally fat free and good for you! I love adding pieces of bread to the soup at the end; the bread soaks up some soup and becomes deliciously mooshy (in a good way) I have this when i want an easy lunch with no hassle at all. just pop ingredients into the microwave, wait, and EAT! by the way, the eating's the best part :) Since i'm ultra lazy, i use those microwaveable disposable ziploc bags to cook my soup. NO WASHING UP NEEDED!

Provided by tofuspud

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 6m

Yield 1 cup of delicious guilt free soup, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 yellow onion, sliced
1 medium tomatoes, diced
1/4 cup frozen mixed vegetables (it's up to you, actually)
1 cup warm water
1 slice bread (stale is fine)
pepper, to taste
salt, to taste
Tabasco sauce, to taste

Steps:

  • Place sliced onions into microwavable bowl and microwave for 2 minutes, till soft.
  • Add chopped tomatoes, frozen vegetables and water. Microwave for 2 minutes.
  • Moosh everything up, to ensure that the tomatoes release their tomato-ey juices. Tear up slice of bread and submerge in the soup, mix.
  • Add salt, pepper, tobasco sauce and maybe even some pasta sauce or tomato ketchup to taste.
  • Mix and Enjoy!
  • PS: Amounts are variable. You may want to add less/ more water depending on what you like. Add more bread. Bread is good for you!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.2, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 211.1, Carbohydrate 36.2, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 9, Protein 5.9

CONTEST-WINNING EASY MINESTRONE



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This minestrone soup recipe is special to me because it's one of the few dinners my entire family loves. And I can feel good about serving it because it's full of nutrition and low in fat. -Lauren Brennan, Hood River, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 11 servings (2-3/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 large carrots, diced
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cans (8 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1-1/2 cups shredded cabbage
1 tablespoon dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup uncooked whole wheat elbow macaroni
11 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the carrots, celery and onion in oil and butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Stir in the broth, tomato sauce, beans, chickpeas, tomatoes, cabbage, basil, parsley, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add macaroni; cook, uncovered, 6-8 minutes or until macaroni and vegetables are tender., Ladle soup into bowls. Sprinkle with cheese. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY MINESTRONE



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I wanted a soup recipe that I could make with staples that I always have on hand. This has become a family favorite so I always make enough to freeze. Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Luhoney

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Minestrone

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, chopped, or more to taste
2 onions, chopped
5 carrots, sliced
4 cups chicken broth
2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with garlic and oregano
½ cup red wine
1 (16 ounce) package frozen green beans
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
salt and pepper to taste
½ cup seashell pasta, or more to taste
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-low heat. Cook and stir garlic in hot oil until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add onion; cook and stir until slightly softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in carrots until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into onion mixture; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Add red wine, reduce heat to low, and stir green beans, pinto beans, spinach, basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper into broth mixture. Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook seashell pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and stir pasta into soup. Ladle soup into bowls and top with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 215.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 388.1 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

EASY MINESTRONE SOUP



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Use leftover marinara for a head start on this yummy, veggie-packed soup. It's perfect with a sandwich on a chilly day, or with a crusty garlic bread and simple salad on a busy night.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Squash Soup Recipes     Zucchini Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup diced celery
1 cup sliced carrots
⅔ cup diced onion
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 ¾ cups jarred marinara sauce
¼ cup tomato paste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 cups small shell pasta
2 cups quartered and sliced zucchini
1 (14.5 ounce) can great northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup stemmed and thinly sliced kale
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add celery, carrots, and onion. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion begins to turn translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add vegetable broth, marinara sauce, tomato paste, and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until carrots are soft, about 10 minutes.
  • Add pasta and zucchini. Cook until pasta is tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in beans, kale, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and allow soup to cool slightly. Spoon into individual bowls and garnish with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.8 calories, Carbohydrate 64.3 g, Cholesterol 2.9 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 9.6 g, Protein 14.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 788.8 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your soup the best flavor. If you don't have fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will make your soup mushy. Cook the vegetables until they are tender but still have a little bit of crunch.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of your soup, so it's important to use a good quality broth. You can use homemade broth or store-bought broth.
  • Add some herbs and spices: Herbs and spices will add flavor to your soup. Some good options include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and garlic.
  • Serve with a side of bread or salad: Minestrone soup is a hearty and filling soup, so it's perfect to serve with a side of bread or salad.

Conclusion:

Microwave minestrone soup is a quick and easy way to get a delicious and healthy meal on the table. This soup is packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, and it's full of flavor. You can easily customize this soup to your liking by adding or subtracting ingredients. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give microwave minestrone soup a try!

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