Minestrone Soup Modena Style

Warm your soul with Minestrone Soup Modena Style, a hearty Italian-inspired dish brimming with seasonal vegetables, tender pasta, and the rich flavors of fresh herbs. Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep, this comforting soup combines diced zucchini, carrots, and potatoes with creamy cannellini beans, vibrant green beans, and a savory vegetable broth enhanced by a touch of basil and parsley. Infused with the essence of a bay leaf and topped with optional Parmesan, this easy-to-make recipe is a celebration of wholesome ingredients cooked to perfection. Ready in just an hour, it's a tasty, nutrient-packed meal best served with crusty bread. Ideal for vegetarians and easily adaptable, Minestrone Soup Modena Style will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 2 medium carrots, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium potato, diced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 0.75 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini, elbow macaroni)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 leaf bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

Step 3

Stir in the zucchini and potato and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 6

Add the cannellini beans, green beans, and pasta to the soup. Continue to simmer, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Step 7

Season the soup with salt and black pepper. Stir in the fresh parsley and basil.

Step 8

Remove and discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 9

If desired, garnish individual servings with grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 10

Serve the soup warm with crusty bread on the side for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3502 grams (3502.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2707

Total Fat 89.00g	114%
Saturated Fat 23.80g	119%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.70g
Cholesterol 55mg	18%
Sodium 7363mg	320%
Total Carbohydrate 382.60g	139%
Dietary Fiber 69.40g	248%
Total Sugars 65.70g
Protein 108.40g	217%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1478mg	114%
Iron 24mg	134%
Potassium 7854mg	167%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.0%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 55.3%