Best 7 Terrific Tuscan Vegetable Soup Recipes

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Welcome to the exciting world of flavors with our exploration of "Terrific Tuscan Vegetable Soup." Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to the heart of Tuscany, where fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a rich broth come together in perfect harmony. This classic Italian soup is not just a meal; it's a celebration of simplicity, nourishment, and the beauty of seasonal ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a heartwarming and satisfying dish, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a "terrific" Tuscan vegetable soup that will delight your taste buds and warm your soul. So gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's dive into the vibrant world of Tuscan cuisine.

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TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Simmer a pot of Ellie Krieger's healthy Tuscan Vegetable Soup recipe from Food Network, a classic vegetable soup loaded with zucchini, beans, tomatoes and more.

Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (1 1/2 cups each)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium canellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 carrots, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced, (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no salt added diced tomatoes
2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and cook stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth and tomatoes with the juice and bring to a boil. Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calorie, Fat 4 grams, SaturatedFat 0.5 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 306 milligrams, Carbohydrate 21 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 8 grams, Sugar 5 grams

TERRIFIC TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP - ELLIE KRIEGER



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A meal both filling and fulfilling! The flavors are great. This comes together so fast. It can be made ahead, just add the spinach 3 minutes before serving, enjoy!

Provided by Chicagoland Chef du

Categories     Clear Soup

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

15 ounces cannellini beans, drained and rinsed, I used navy bean
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced, about 1 cup
2 carrots, diced, about 1/2 cup
2 stalks celery, diced, about 1/2 cup
1 small zucchini, peeled, diced, about 1 1/2 cups
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme leave, chopped, substitute 1 teaspoon dried
2 teaspoons fresh sage leaves, chopped, substitute 1/2 teaspoon dried
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
32 ounces low sodium chicken broth, substitute vegetable broth
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, can
2 ounces baby spinach leaves, chopped can use chopped kale (2 cups lightly packed)
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and cook stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth and tomatoes with the juice and bring to a boil. Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.5, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 730.2, Carbohydrate 29.3, Fiber 9.1, Sugar 8.4, Protein 12.5

TERRIFIC TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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From USA Weekend 2/26/12 by Ellie Krieger "This Italian-style recipe is packed with six vegetables varieties -- plus beans -- making it an excellent source of fiber, vitamins A and C, and a good source of protein and minerals -- all for less than 150 calories a serving. mashing some of the beans before putting them in the soup thickens the herb-infused broth, giving it a hearty body."

Provided by tinebean21

Categories     Beans

Time 30m

Yield 1 pot, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 medium carrot, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1/2 lb)
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1 tsp.)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, plus more to taste
4 cups low sodium chicken or 4 cups vegetable broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added tomatoes, with their juices
2 ounces baby spinach leaves, chopped (2 cups lightly packed)
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash half of the beans with a masher or the back of a spoon; set aside.
  • Heat oil in a large soup pot over med-high heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, salt and pepper, until the vegetables are tender (about 5 mins).
  • Add broth and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
  • Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves; cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with the parmesan, if desired.

TUSCAN SOUP



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Tuscan soup with spicy sausages, potatoes, and spinach.

Provided by Dianne Brown

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups chicken broth
1 onion, chopped
3 (3.5 ounce) links spicy Italian sausage
3 large potatoes, cubed
1 bunch fresh spinach, washed and chopped
ΒΌ cup evaporated milk
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Remove skin from sausage and crumble into frying pan. Add chopped onion, and cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. If you are trying to cut fat, remove meat from pan, place in a colander, and rinse under cold water.
  • Place meat in a large pot; add stock and potatoes. Boil until potato is cooked.
  • Add spinach. Continue boiling until spinach is lightly cooked.
  • Remove soup from heat, stir in evaporated milk, and season to taste. Do not add any salt if using canned stock.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 558.5 calories, Carbohydrate 57.4 g, Cholesterol 56.4 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 26.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1745.3 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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Provided by Ellie Krieger

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings (1 1/2 cups each)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (15-ounce) can low-sodium cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 large onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 carrots, diced (about 1/2 cup)
2 stalks celery, diced, (about 1/2 cup)
1 small zucchini, diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried)
2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
32 ounces low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can no salt added diced tomatoes
2 cups chopped baby spinach leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash half of the beans with a fork, masher or the back of a spoon, and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, garlic, thyme, sage, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper, and cook stirring occasionally until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the broth and tomatoes with the juice and bring to a boil. Add the mashed and whole beans and the spinach leaves and cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes more.
  • Serve topped with Parmesan, if desired.

TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP



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This recipe was published in a recent issue of Good Housekeeping as one of Valerie Bertinelli's favorite soups. It is very healthy and I'm sure you could substitute or add other veggies. It really hits the spot and is filling. I double the recipe.

Provided by CookingONTheSide

Categories     Low Protein

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/4 cups peeled eggplants, cubed
1 cup water
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added whole tomatoes, chopped and drained (juices reserved)
1/2 cup fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed with press
3/4 cup zucchini, coarseley chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
salt
pepper
1/4 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, place eggplant, water, tomatoes with their juices, mushrooms, garlic, zucchini, Italian seasoning, 1/4 t salt and 1/8 t freshly ground black pepper; stir to combine.
  • Heat to boiling on high.
  • Cover; reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • To serve, ladle soup into 4 shallow soup bowls; sprinkle with Parmesan.

TUSCAN VEGETABLE SOUP WITH FRESH SAGE



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Mom found this recipe in her CURVES' magazine winter 2006. I didn't have to change very much in this soup recipe. Other seasonal vegetables can be substituted;-asparagus, broccolini, Toscano kale, etc.

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories     Beans

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 tablespoons sage leaves, coarsely chopped (NOT dried)
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup fresh green peas or 1 cup frozen green pea
1 cup green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 cup carrot, cut into coins
1 cup zucchini or 1 cup yellow squash, diced
1/2 cup celery & leaves, stalks diced and leaves minced
1 medium sweet potatoes or 1 potato, peeled and diced
1 (16 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
6 cups sodium-free vegetable broth
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • In a soup pot heat up the olive oil on low-medium heat and lightly saute the sage leaves; about 5 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove leaves from pot and set aside. In same pot, saute the garlic until soft, only a minute or two.
  • Add the green peas, green beans, zucchini, carrots, potato and cannelini beans. Stir mixture over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable broth and red pepper flakes. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Divide and ladle the soup into 4 individual soup bowls. Garnish each serving with the sauteed sage leaves.
  • Enjoy immediately! Don't forget the Italian bread and pop in a Bocelli CD (Furtiva Lagrina on the Viaggio Italiano recording) while you're at it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.3, Fat 11, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 63.3, Carbohydrate 47.2, Fiber 12.1, Sugar 7.2, Protein 14.9

Tips:

  • To make the soup even heartier, add a cup of cooked beans or lentils.
  • For a vegan version of the soup, omit the Parmesan cheese and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth.
  • If you don't have any kale on hand, you can substitute spinach or collard greens.
  • Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers for dipping.
  • Garnish the soup with grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.

Conclusion:

Tuscan vegetable soup is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is packed with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta, and is simmered in a flavorful broth. This soup is also very versatile, and you can easily add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. So next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying soup, give Tuscan vegetable soup a try. You won't be disappointed!

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