GREEN MINESTRONE

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Categories     Soup/Stew     Vegetable     Kid-Friendly     Healthy     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 leek, white and pale-green parts only, chopped
1/2 small fennel bulb, finely chopped
1/2 small yellow onion, finely chopped
2 celery stalks, thinly sliced
4 cups low-sodium vegetable or chicken broth
2 small carrots, peeled, thinly sliced lengthwise on a mandoline
1 cup fresh shelled peas or fava beans (from about 1 pound pods) or frozen
Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper
1/2 cup fregola, ditalini, or other tiny pasta
1 1/2 cups (lightly packed) fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves
1/2 shallot, finely chopped
2 red pearl onions or 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
Shaved Parmesan (for serving)

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Cook leek, fennel, yellow onion, and celery, stirring occasionally, until softened but not taking on any color, about 5 minutes. Add broth; bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until vegetables are just tender, 10-15 minutes.
  • Add carrots and peas and simmer until carrots are just tender, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water, stirring occasionally, until al dente. Drain and add pasta to soup.
  • While pasta is cooking, process parsley and remaining 4 tablespoons oil in a food processor to a coarse paste, transfer to a small bowl, and mix in shallot. Season pesto with salt and pepper. Serve soup topped with pesto, pearl onions, and Parmesan.

Altin Kalemi
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This minestrone was a bit bland for my taste. I had to add a lot of salt and pepper to make it palatable.


Simanga Sangweni
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I'm not a fan of minestrone, but this recipe was actually pretty good. I might even make it again.


Prasun Lama
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This is the best minestrone recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


lukuman Salisu
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I made this minestrone for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Chandrakumar
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This minestrone is the perfect soup for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it's packed with vegetables.


Rh Rafi
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I love how this recipe is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables I have on hand and it always turns out great.


sm a
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This is my go-to minestrone recipe. It's simple to make and always turns out delicious.


Acid
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I've made this minestrone several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's packed with flavor.


Kanakaiah Boddu
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This was a great recipe! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly. My husband and kids loved it.


Eric Drake
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I'm not usually a fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and satisfying. I'll definitely be making it again.


Leylo Axmed
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Just made this minestrone and it is delicious! I used chicken broth instead of vegetable broth and added some Italian sausage. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Zamora Khan
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This minestrone was a hit with my family! I added some extra vegetables, like kale and spinach, and it turned out so flavorful and hearty. Definitely a keeper recipe.