As the winter months settle in and the air turns crisp, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty bowl of soup to nourish your body and soul. Vegetarian minestrone soup is a classic Italian dish that is packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, making it a delicious and nutritious meal. It's perfect for a chilly day, and it can be easily tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner, this article will guide you through the steps of creating a delicious and satisfying vegan-friendly vegetarian minestrone soup, perfect for the winter season.
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VEGAN MINESTRONE SOUP
Loaded with veggies, beans and pasta, this Vegan Minestrone Soup is healthy, comforting and so easy to make in one pot and ready in about 30 minutes!
Provided by Julie | The Simple Veganista
Categories Soup
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a large dutch oven or pot, add the oil or water and saute the onion, carrot and celery for 5 minutes.
- Alternately, you can skip sauteing and add all the ingredients, except for the spinach, to a large pot, bring to a boil and continue with the recipe as written. This makes for one less step!
- Add remaining ingredients, except the spinach, bring to a boil, cover askew, reduce heat to low and simmer at a gentle boil for 20 - 25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Soup is done when veggies are tender and pasta is cooked. Add more broth or water as needed.
- Five minutes before soup is done, add the spinach and stir to mix.
- Let soup cool a few minutes and serve with a squeeze of lemon and chopped parsley on top. Pairs will with homemade Vegan Cornbread, crusty Artisan Bread or soft and chewy Vegan Naan for soaking up the juices.
- Serves 4 - 6
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This soup also freezes well and will last for up to 2 months.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 238 calories, Sugar 7.7 g, Sodium 398.2 mg, Fat 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fiber 11.9 g, Protein 12.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
VEGAN MINESTRONE SOUP
This vegan minestrone soup with white beans is perfect for cold winter days! It's super easy to make, incredibly healthy, and comforting!
Provided by Sina
Categories Soup
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Prepare the pasta according to the instructions on the package. Set aside.
- Heat some oil in a large pot and sauté the onion for about 2 minutes. Then add the garlic for another minute.
- After one more minute, add the leek and then the carrots, the celery, and the zucchini. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, then stir in one teaspoon of the Mediterranean spice blend.
- Add the vegetable broth. Add the diced tomatoes and stir well with a wooden spoon.
- Cook on low heat for about 10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, fresh oregano, and the remaining spices.
- Add the cooked pasta and the beans and allow to heat through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 14 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 1334 mg, Fiber 14 g, Sugar 15 g, UnsaturatedFat 0.4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE SOUP
Make and share this Vegetarian Minestrone Soup recipe from Food.com.
Provided by shezashark
Categories Clear Soup
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in pan and add onions, celery, zucchini, carrots until onion is translucent.
- Add the garlic and cook 1 minute.
- Add the 4 cups of water and dried spices and bring to boil and simmer for about 10 minutes
- Add tomatoes and beans and ditalini and simmer for another 10 minutes.
- Check seasoning and add salt to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 385, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 1354.6, Carbohydrate 69.2, Fiber 20.2, Sugar 11.4, Protein 20.4
VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE SOUP
Steps:
- Slowly bring the soup to a low simmer and allow to cook over very low heat for at least 45 minutes and up to 1 hour, or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 754 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 6 bowls (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, rosemary, black pepper and crushed red pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are just tender, 8 to 10 minutes.
- Stir in the broth, 2 cups water, the cannellini beans, tomatoes, zucchini and vinegar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the zucchini is just tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the collard greens and simmer until the greens are tender, about 2 minutes. Stir in the orzo. Season with salt. Top with the shredded parmesan.
- Photograph Courtesy of Time Inc. Books/Alison Miksch.
VEGETARIAN MINESTRONE SOUP FOR THE WINTER (VEGAN-FRIENDLY!)
The original recipe is in the Parragon Comfort Foods cookbook, and I altered it to make it vegetarian and also for simplicity and to work with what I had on hand. I don't usually keep Great Northern beans around, but I sure love cannellini and it served up beautifully in this vegan soup. Now us vegetarians don't have to miss out on a delicious Italian comfort classic!
Provided by the80srule
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Slightly lower the heat. Add the tomatoes, sage, and flat-leaf parsley and cover. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and let simmer for 30 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Add the macaroni, carrot, celery, and northern beans and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the macaroni is somewhat tender.
- Stir in the peas and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Stir in the parmesan cheese.
- If serving with bread like hunks of garlic bread or ciabattas, place the bread in individual serving bowls and let stand for a few minutes and serve with plenty of extra parmesan cheese.
- I thought it went nice with some fresh-baked garlic bread!
Tips:
- Use a variety of vegetables to create a flavorful and nutritious soup. Some good choices include carrots, celery, onions, garlic, potatoes, tomatoes, zucchini, and beans.
- If you don't have any vegetable broth, you can use water instead. However, the soup will be less flavorful.
- Add some herbs and spices to taste. Some good choices include basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaves.
- If you want a thicker soup, you can puree some of the vegetables before adding them to the pot.
- Serve the soup with a side of bread or crackers.
Conclusion:
Minestrone soup is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a winter meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. There are many different variations of minestrone soup, so you can easily customize it to your own taste. Enjoy this vegan-friendly soup with your family and friends!
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