Best 2 Green Minestrone Recipes

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**Dive into a Delightful Symphony of Flavors: Explore the Alluring World of Green Minestrone**

Embark on a culinary journey to savor the exquisite Green Minestrone, a vibrant and flavorful soup that captures the essence of Italian cuisine. This delectable dish is a delightful symphony of fresh vegetables, savory broth, and tender pasta, offering a satisfying and nutritious meal. Indulge in a burst of colors and aromas as you uncover the secrets behind this classic Italian soup. Discover a treasure trove of recipes that showcase the versatility of Green Minestrone, from traditional to contemporary interpretations. Whether you prefer a hearty and rustic version or a lighter and more modern take, this article has something to tantalize every palate. Get ready to explore the enchanting world of Green Minestrone, where culinary artistry meets wholesome goodness.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Green Minestrone:** Experience the authentic flavors of traditional Green Minestrone with this timeless recipe. Fresh vegetables, hearty broth, and tender pasta come together in perfect harmony, creating a comforting and nostalgic dish.

2. **Tuscan Green Minestrone:** Embark on a culinary journey to Tuscany with this regional variation of Green Minestrone. Featuring a rich and flavorful broth infused with aromatic herbs, this recipe captures the essence of Tuscan cuisine.

3. **Spring Green Minestrone:** Celebrate the arrival of spring with this vibrant and refreshing take on Green Minestrone. Bursting with seasonal vegetables and delicate herbs, this recipe is a symphony of flavors that reflects the beauty of the season.

4. **Roasted Vegetable Green Minestrone:** Elevate your Green Minestrone with roasted vegetables for a smoky and caramelized flavor dimension. This recipe combines the goodness of roasted vegetables with the comforting broth and pasta of traditional Minestrone.

5. **Vegan Green Minestrone:** Delight in a plant-based version of Green Minestrone that is just as flavorful and satisfying as its traditional counterpart. This recipe uses vegetable broth, hearty beans, and a medley of vegetables to create a nutritious and delicious vegan soup.

6. **Quick and Easy Green Minestrone:** Short on time? This quick and easy Green Minestrone recipe has you covered. With the convenience of pre-cut vegetables and a simplified cooking process, you can enjoy a delicious and wholesome soup in no time.

7. **Minestrone with Pesto:** Add a burst of freshness and flavor to your Green Minestrone with the addition of homemade pesto. This recipe incorporates vibrant basil pesto into the soup, creating a tantalizing combination that will leave you craving more.

Let's cook with our recipes!

GREEN MINESTRONE



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This is the classic and authentic Italian minestrone with a green twist. No tomatoes here! You may brown some pancetta or bacon in olive oil before proceeding with the recipe if you wish. I prefer to use a good quality vegetable bouillon to vegetable broth. The taste is more authentic and you simply need to skip the salt.

Provided by Melanie C.

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Vegetable Soup Recipes     Minestrone

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 white onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1 ½ cups frozen cut green beans
1 cup frozen peas
2 large zucchini, chopped
10 cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
2 cups cooked great Northern beans
¾ cup ditalini pasta
½ cup minced fresh parsley
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add green beans, peas, and zucchini; toss to coat vegetables with oil.
  • Slowly stream vegetable broth into vegetable mixture; bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in rosemary and great Northern beans and bring back to a simmer, about 5 minutes. Add ditalini pasta and simmer soup until pasta is tender but firm to the bite and soup has thickened, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in parsley.
  • Ladle soup into serving bowls and top each serving with 1 heaping tablespoon Parmesan cheese; season with salt and black pepper. Garnish soup with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.9 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 9.9 g, Protein 15.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.3 g, Sodium 915.7 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

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.

Tips:

- Use a variety of fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. - If you don't have any fresh vegetables on hand, you can use frozen or canned vegetables instead. - You can add any type of pasta or rice to the soup. - If you want a vegan version of the soup, you can omit the Parmesan cheese and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. - Serve the soup with a side of crusty bread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Green minestrone is a delicious and healthy soup that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta, and can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you are a vegetarian or a meat-eater, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a hearty and flavorful soup, give green minestrone a try!

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