Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Italy with our comprehensive guide to cooking an authentic Italian vegetable soup. This comforting and wholesome dish is a symphony of fresh, seasonal vegetables simmered in a rich, flavorful broth. We'll take you on a culinary journey, exploring the secrets of selecting the finest ingredients and mastering the art of combining them to create a soup that is both nourishing and unforgettable. Get ready to delight your taste buds and embrace the warmth of an Italian kitchen with our expert guidance.
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HEARTY ITALIAN CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE SOUP
This chicken soup is packed with zesty rich flavors and lots of good for you vegetables. By enhancing prepared low-sodium broth with lots of herbs and lemon and fresh chicken you get a soup that tastes like you simmered it all day long.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- 1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven set over medium heat. Add the onion and crushed red pepper flakes and cook until the onions begin to soften, 5 minutes. Meanwhile, tie the parsley sprigs, lemon zest, and fennel tops together. Add the herb bundle, broth, 2 cups of water, and, if using, the cheese rind. Bring to a very gentle simmer and simmer until the chicken is just cooked through, about 8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove the meat from the bones in large strips, and set aside.
- 2. Meanwhile, add the sliced fennel, carrots, and celery to the broth and season with salt, to taste. Continue to simmer until the vegetables are just tender, 5 minutes. Stir in the noodles and cook until just al dente, about 5 minutes. Stir in the reserved chicken, baby spinach, and Parmesan until the chicken is heated through and the spinach is wilted. Discard the herb bundle and cheese rind. Stir in lemon juice, to taste. Ladle the soup into serving bowls and serve with additional Parmesan for passing.
QUICK ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
A quick Italian vegetable soup ready in less than an hour. A sprinkle of fresh grated Parmesan cheese on top is optional.
Provided by Peach822
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion, carrot, and celery until onion is translucent and vegetables are tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and Italian seasoning, and cook 5 minutes more, stirring frequently.
- Dissolve bouillon cubes in water, and stir into vegetables. Adjust heat to a medium simmer, and cook approximately 10 minutes. Add zucchini and cabbage, sprinkle with garlic salt, and cook until tender, 5 minutes more. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1210.2 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
SLOW-COOKER EASY ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGETABLE SOUP
Garbanzos, zucchini, Parmesan, tomatoes, sausage--this easy recipe turns to classic Italian flavorings to create a satisfying soup.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h45m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook sausage in large skillet until no longer pink, stirring frequently. Drain. In 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker, combine cooked sausage and all remaining ingredients except zucchini and cheese; stir gently to mix.
- Cover; cook on Low setting for 7 to 9 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, remove and discard bay leaf from soup. Gently stir in zucchini. Cover; cook an additional 30 minutes or until zucchini is tender.
- To serve, ladle soup into individual bowls. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 27 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 1/2 Cups, Sodium 1000 mg, Sugar 4 g
ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH BEANS, SPINACH & PESTO
This convenient recipe makes getting two meals on the table a snap.
Provided by USA WEEKEND columnist Pam Anderson
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes Spinach Soup Recipes
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in a soup kettle over medium-high flame. Add onions, and saute until tender, about 5 minutes. Add carrots, celery, peppers, potatoes, tomatoes, bean and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer until vegetables are just tender, about 15 minutes. Add spinach and peas; continue to simmer until spinach wilts, 3 to 4 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls, adding a spoonful of pesto to each serving of soup.
- For lunch, pack soup in separate leakproof containers. Warm soup in microwave and top with pesto.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 213.7 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 5.4 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 8.2 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 585.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
Laced with a splash of wine, this hearty soup is packed with garden-fresh nutrition and veggies! Leafy escarole adds color and plenty of vitamin A. You could substitute spinach or kale for the escarole if you wish. Lea Reiter - Thousand Oaks, CA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute the celery, onion and carrot in oil until tender. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes, broth, wine and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Stir in pasta., Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 13-15 minutes or until pasta is tender, adding escarole during last 3 minutes of cooking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN SAUSAGE VEGETABLE SOUP
With spaghetti sauce, noodles and Italian seasonings, this soup tastes like spaghetti! It's so easy, even our preteen daughter can make it by herself.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 6-qt. stockpot, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking up sausage into crumbles; drain., Add broth, pasta sauce, carrots, beans, water, Italian seasoning and basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Drain macaroni; stir into soup. If desired, sprinkle servings with cheese. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, cool soup. Freeze soup and, if desired, cheese separately in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calories, Fat 23g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 1037mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
ITALIAN BEEF VEGETABLE SOUP
This hearty vegetable beef soup features a ton of fresh vegetables, making it the perfect dish to use up all that summer produce. It's also great during cooler weather! Make sure you serve this Italian soup with some breadsticks, rolls or flaky biscuits. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 5h20m
Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef with onion over medium-high heat, until browned, 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients., Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until carrots are tender. Freeze option: Freeze cooled soup in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 617mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 11g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
HOMEMADE ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
"One night when my husband and I needed a quick supper, I threw together this satisfying soup using only what we had on hand," shares Margaret Glassic of Easton, Pennsylvania. "It's a family favorite, and it's good for us, too!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. , Add the pasta and tomatoes; heat through. Discard bay leaf.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 224mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ITALIAN RIBOLLITA (VEGETABLE AND BREAD SOUP)
This hearty bread and vegetable soup is served 're-boiled,' as its Italian name indicates.
Provided by TINATED
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 10h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the olive oil in a deep pan and heat over medium-high heat. Stir in the onion, and cook until transparent, about 5 minutes. Mix in the carrots, celery, potatoes, zucchini, and leek. Stir and cook 5 minutes more. Pour in the hot water to cover the vegetables. Stir in the Swiss chard, Savoy cabbage, and kale. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 1 hour.
- Place 1 can of beans in a blender or food processor bowl. Blend until smooth. Stir pureed beans into the vegetable mixture along with the second can of beans. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the tomato puree.
- Prepare the soup by layering slices of bread with the vegetable mixture in a casserole or soup dish. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- To serve the soup, place in a pot, and reheat over medium heat. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 14.7 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 594.6 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
MINESTRONE SOUP (ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP)
Make and share this Minestrone Soup (Italian Vegetable Soup) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by divashylight07
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a dutch oven combine broth, tomatoes, onion, celery, parsley, oregano, pepper, and garlic. Simmer, stirring occasionally for 20-30 minutes.
- Add all other ingredients and continue to cook until all vegetables are tender.
- Thirty minutes before serving, Add uncooked pasta.
- **Serve with grated parmesan cheese**.
ITALIAN VEGETABLE BEEF SOUP
As a pastor's wife, I never miss a church supper. This vegetable-beef soup is my family's favorite. It's also a big favorite with the First Baptist Church "family" here in Alton! Sometimes, I will stir up a kettleful of soup at our local campground, too-it tastes wonderful indoors or out.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Brown beef in large heavy kettle; drain. Add all the ingredients except cabbage, green beans and macaroni. Bring to boil. Lower heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes. , Add cabbage, green beans and macaroni; bring to a boil and simmer until vegetables are tender. If you prefer a thinner soup, add additional water or broth. Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts :
SIMPLE ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
With macaroni, kidney beans, tomatoes, zucchini and lots of other veggies, this flavorful soup is hearty enough for dinner with corn bread or hot rolls. It really hits the spot on a cold day.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, saute carrots and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the broth, tomatoes, water, zucchini, basil, salt, oregano, pepper and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. , Stir in the kidney beans, spinach, macaroni and parsley. Cover and cook 15 minutes longer or until macaroni is tender. Garnish with cheese.
Nutrition Facts :
ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
Serve this delicious Italian slow-cooked soup made with veggies - perfect accompaniment for your dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 8h15m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients in 4- to 5-quart Crock-Pot slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 8 hours or until vegetables are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 940 mg
TASTY-ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
Here's a dish that will warm you up fast. It takes just 25 minutes until you can sit down and start sipping on this soup. -Janet Frieman, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, beans, tomatoes, broth, zucchini and basil. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the zucchini is tender, about 5 minutes. Garnish with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 620mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 10g protein.
MY MY MY MINESTRA - ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH PASTA
Some of Italy's finest ingredients make up this warming soup. Adapted from 'Pasta Cooking' by Parragon.... the original recipe called for spinach, which I didn't fancy, so I subbed zucchini. I get the impression that our zucchini are generally a bit smaller than those in the Northern hemisphere, so balance the amount used with your other vegetables, just feel your way! You don't want your soup to be over-loaded with any one vegetable. Hope you enjoy!
Provided by Karen Elizabeth
Categories Vegetable
Time 1h
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oil in large heavy pan and fry vegetable strips until just browning, stirring occasionally. Pour on water, season to taste with salt and pepper, and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, garlic, macaroni, parsley and rosemary to the soup, and simmer for a further 10 minutes. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
ITALIAN HARVEST VEGETABLE SOUP
As published in Delicious Living in March 2010. If my Grandmother had been Italian, she would have made this soup. It is as wholesome and delicious as it is beautiful. Prep tip: If you don't have fresh spinach, you can use one 10-ounce box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry.
Provided by Miss_Elaine
Categories Low Protein
Time 1h5m
Yield 8 , 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Chop celery, carrots, and onion into 1/2-inch dice.
- Heat oil on medium-high in a large, heavy-bottom stockpot. Add celery, carrots, and onion. Sauté until edges are golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium and add garlic and bell peppers. Stir frequently for 1-2 minutes, then add water, tomatoes, corn, fennel, oregano, thyme, and rosemary.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 30-40 minutes. Add spinach and zucchini, simmer another 5 minutes, salt and pepper to taste, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 63.8, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 5.7, Protein 3.6
QUICK ITALIAN BEEF & VEGETABLE SOUP
I got this recipe from my Supermarket where I shop. It is quick and very good. Another recipe we can use for our Hamburg, and use our summer veggies so abundant now. My family loves it with fresh Italian bread or gooey grilled cheese ~
Provided by Carol Junkins
Categories Vegetable Soup
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. 1. Heat Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat until hot. Add ground beef and garlic; brown 4-5 minutes, breaking up into 3/4" crumbles. Pour off drippings. Season beef with pepper and salt.
- 2. 2. Stir broth, tomatoes and carrots into beef. Bring to boil; reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes. Stir in beans and zucchini; continue to cook 4-5 minutes or until zucchini is crisp tender. Remove from heat, stir in spinach. 4 Servings
- 3. This is so versitle you can add different veggies, small potatoes or sweet potatoes etc. noodles, make it your own. It comes together quickly and with a grilled cheese or other sandwich, it is heaty enough for dinner ~ easy clean-up as well.
LOW CARB CROCK POT ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
Make and share this Low Carb Crock Pot Italian Vegetable Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by TheDancingCook
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 8h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place tomatoes, broth, wine, veggies, basil, salt and sugar into crock pot, mix well.
- Top with turkey pepperoni slices.
- Cook on High for 4 hours or on Low for 8 hours.
- Pour into individual soup bowls and top with mozzarella cheese.
ITALIAN VEGETABLE SOUP
This soup is a meal in itself, filled with winter vegetables and a secret ingredient that adds texture and flavor to the soup: a rind from a piece of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese (just remember to remove it before serving). Serve this hearty soup accompanied by crusty bread, like ciabatta.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Soups, Stews & Stocks Soup Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large heavy stockpot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and celery. Cook until light brown, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
- Add tomato juice, 5 cups water, potatoes, and wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, and cook 5 minutes. Add thyme, celeriac, carrots, fennel, chopped tomatoes, reserved juice, and Parmigiano-Reggiano rind; stir well to combine. Cook until vegetables are fork-tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in escarole and parsley. Cook until escarole wilts. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
ITALIAN CHICKEN VEGETABLE SOUP
Make and share this Italian Chicken Vegetable Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Donna Luckadoo
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a 5 quart soup pot or Dutch oven, bring tomato juice, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar and spices to a simmer on medium heat.
- Next add drained vegetables and chicken and continue to simmer for 20 minutes.
- Note - Sugar can be substituted with Splenda or just leave out. I use it because it keeps the tomatoes and their juices from being so bitter.
- Note 2 - Cannellini beans are just white kidney beans and chick peas are just garbonzo beans.
Tips:
- To enhance the umami flavor of your soup, consider adding a few dried mushrooms to the vegetable broth before simmering. Popular options include porcini, shiitake, and oyster mushrooms.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a cornstarch or flour slurry towards the end of the cooking process. Simply combine equal parts cornstarch or flour with cold water, then whisk it into the simmering soup until the desired consistency is achieved.
- Feel free to customize the vegetables in your soup based on your preferences. Some popular additions include zucchini, bell peppers, green beans, and artichoke hearts.
- To add a touch of tanginess, consider stirring in a spoonful of lemon juice or white wine vinegar before serving.
- For a more robust flavor, roast the vegetables before adding them to the soup. This caramelizes the natural sugars and intensifies their flavor.
Conclusion:
This versatile Italian vegetable soup recipe offers endless opportunities for customization, making it a perfect dish for using up leftover vegetables or experimenting with different flavor combinations. Whether you choose to stick to the classic ingredients or add your own creative touches, this hearty and flavorful soup is sure to warm your soul on a chilly day. So gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's get cooking!
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