Best Easy Minestra di Verdure Recipe

Classic Italian vegetable soup simmered with seasonal produce and olive oil. This vegetarian mediterranean dish is a fresh, healthy, clean eats family dinner perfect for any calorie deficit plan.

Cook 55 min Difficulty NORMAL 165 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • zucchini 2 pieces
  • yellow onion 1 pieces
  • carrot 2 pieces
  • celery stalk 2 pieces
  • potato 1 pieces
  • cannellini beans 1 cup
  • savoy cabbage 2 cups
  • plum tomato 2 pieces
  • water 6 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • fresh thyme 1 tsp
  • fresh parsley 2 tbsp
  • salt 1 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 26 g 62%
Protein 5 g 12%
Fat 5 g 26%
Serving size 320g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Dice zucchini, onion, carrot, celery, potato, plum tomatoes, and shred the savoy cabbage for even cooking.

  2. 2

    Heat 3 tbsp of extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté until onion turns translucent, about 4 minutes.

  3. 3

    Stir in carrot, celery, and potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, to draw out flavors before adding tomatoes.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes, zucchini, and cabbage. Raise heat to medium-high and cook for 3 minutes, stirring to avoid sticking.

  5. 5

    Pour in 6 cups water, add cannellini beans, fresh thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, reduce to low, and simmer uncovered for 35 minutes, skimming any foam and stirring occasionally.

  6. 6

    Before serving, check potato tenderness and adjust seasoning. Stir in fresh parsley just before turning off heat; serve hot drizzled with a little more olive oil if desired.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The core ingredients in Minestra di Verdure are the seasonal vegetables: zucchini, carrot, celery, potato, and savoy cabbage. Together with cannellini beans, these deliver the soup’s hearty texture and authentic Italian flavor.
Q. Why is heat control important in simmering this soup?
Gentle simmering over low heat after the initial boil allows flavors to meld without breaking down the vegetables. Too much heat can cause vegetables to disintegrate and make the soup cloudy rather than clear and fresh.
Q. How can I keep the vegetables from becoming too soft?
Proper sequencing matters: add hearty veggies like carrot, celery, and potato first, then softer ones like zucchini, cabbage, and tomatoes later. Monitor simmering—do not overcook—and check potato tenderness before serving.
Q. How many calories and carbs are in one serving?
Each serving of this Minestra di Verdure recipe is approximately 165 kcal, with 26 grams of carbohydrates. Carbs provide about 62% of the total calories, making it a balanced choice for a vegetable-based soup.
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