Description
Savory Zuppetta is a flavorful vegetable soup that combines a variety of fresh ingredients and herbs for a delicious and hearty meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Grated Parmesan cheese for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the diced red bell pepper and zucchini to the pot, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Add the cannellini beans and fresh spinach to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
- For a heartier version, add cooked pasta or quinoa to the soup before serving.
- To enhance the flavor, consider adding a splash of balsamic vinegar or a pinch of red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg