Best 5 Hearty Meatless Minestrone Recipes
Welcome to the world of hearty and flavorful meatless minestrone! This classic Italian soup is a comforting and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed by vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. With its combination of fresh vegetables, beans, and aromatic herbs, minestrone is a symphony of flavors that will warm your soul and satisfy your cravings. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty and satisfying soup to serve at a dinner party, this versatile recipe is sure to impress. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate meatless minestrone.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HEARTY MEATLESS MINESTRONE
A friend gave me this quick, healthy recipe, and it's oh-so-tasty. It makes a big batch and is great for leftovers. To enhance the flavor, add a pound or two of sweet Italian sausage. -Mickey Turner, Grants Pass, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h10m
Yield 8 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, cabbage, green pepper, zucchini and garlic; saute 3 minutes longer. Stir in the water, tomatoes, beans, tomato puree, tomato sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes., Stir in pasta; cook 12-15 minutes longer or until tender. Garnish each serving with basil and cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 191 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 664mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
JUDY'S HEARTY VEGETABLE MINESTRONE SOUP
Delicious vegetarian minestrone soup.
Provided by Judy Good
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Minestrone
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook and stir celery, carrots, onion, and garlic in the hot oil until the onion is translucent, 7 to 10 minutes.
- Pour vegetable stock over the vegetable mixture; season with Italian seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir tomatoes, potatoes, and kidney beans into the stock mixture; bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 40 minutes. Add kale and continue cooking until the kale wilts, about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.7 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 765.6 mg, Sugar 6 g
HEARTY VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE
This vegetarian minestrone is a simple and hearty soup for those cold days. Serve with a Caesar salad and garlic toast and you have a simple, nutritious meal.
Provided by Shannon
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Minestrone
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add carrots and celery; cook and stir until soft, 5 to 6 minutes.
- Stir in green beans, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper; cook for about 5 minutes. Add diced and crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth; bring to a boil. If it looks too thick, add a bit of water.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in kidney beans, cannellini beans, and macaroni; cook until pasta is tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 10 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper, if needed.
- Ladle into bowls and garnish with Parmesan-style cheese and fresh basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.6 g, Fat 7.6 g, Fiber 12.2 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 893.2 mg, Sugar 7.9 g
HEARTY MEATLESS MINESTRONE
This is a quick, healthy and tasty soup. It makes a big batch! If you want to add meat to enhance flavor, I have added cooked browned italian sausage or cooked italian linked sausage and cut them into chunks. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by Dissie
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h10m
Yield 3 quarts, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a dutch oven or similar large soup pan, saute onion in oil for 2 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, cabbage, bell pepper, zucchini and garlic, saute 3 minutes longer. Stir in the water, all the tomatoes, bean and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in pasta and cook 15 minutes longer. Garnish with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.1, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 0.9, Sodium 866, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 10.6, Protein 6.7
MEATLESS ITALIAN MINESTRONE
A hearty and satisfying meal. You won't miss the meat. It's low cal, low fat, low sodium and full of fiber.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat oil in Dutch oven or stockpot.
- Add celery, onion and garlic.
- Cook and stir until crisp-tender.
- Stir in tomatoes, cabbage and carrots.
- Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in tomato juice, beans, parsley, oregano, basil, pepper and salt.
- Simmer until beans are heated.
- Stir in cooked macaroni just before serving.
- Serve sprinkled with Parmesan.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 350.4, Fat 4.2, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 2.8, Sodium 275, Carbohydrate 64.3, Fiber 14.2, Sugar 11.8, Protein 18
Tips:
- Prep your vegetables in advance: Cut and dice all your vegetables before you start cooking to save time.
- Use a variety of vegetables: The more variety of vegetables you use, the more flavorful your minestrone will be. Don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations.
- Don't overcook the vegetables: You want the vegetables to be tender but still have a little bit of bite to them. Overcooking will make them mushy.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth is the base of your minestrone, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich flavor.
- Add pasta or rice: If you want a more substantial minestrone, you can add pasta or rice. Just be sure to cook it according to the package directions.
- Garnish with fresh herbs: Before serving, garnish your minestrone with fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, or oregano. This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Minestrone is a delicious and versatile soup that can be enjoyed all year round. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables and it's also a healthy and affordable meal. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a minestrone recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give minestrone a try. You won't be disappointed.
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