MEATLESS MINESTRONE

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This recipe for traditional Italian soup may have quite a few ingredients, but it couldn't be easier to prepare. Plus it's packed with flavor and nutrition.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 9 servings (2-1/4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 medium onion, chopped
3/4 cup sliced celery
2 medium carrots, sliced
3 tablespoons butter
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups water
4 cups shredded cabbage
1 medium potato, peeled and diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried basil
2-1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, celery and carrots in butter until vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes, broth, water, cabbage, potato and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Stir in beans and rice; heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 6g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 87mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Amanda Clardie
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I made this minestrone for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Shern Reid
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This minestrone is perfect for a cold winter day. It's warm and comforting, and it leaves you feeling full and satisfied.


jacobus johnson
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I'm not a big fan of minestrone, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Penny Kelley
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This minestrone is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Philani Mhlanga
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I love this minestrone! It's so flavorful and hearty. I always add a little extra pesto when I serve it.


Kazi Arman
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This is a great recipe! I've never made minestrone before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the soup turned out delicious.


Queen Green
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I've made this minestrone several times now and it's always a hit. It's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Timothy Owokunda
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This minestrone is so good, and it's so easy to make! I love that I can use whatever vegetables I have on hand.


Frank Mulindwa
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Just made this for dinner and it was delicious! My husband and kids loved it too.


Ashley Nugent
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This is my new favorite minestrone recipe! It's so hearty and flavorful, and the pesto adds a really nice touch.


Jeffrey McNamara
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Easy to make and delicious. I used vegetable broth instead of chicken broth, and it was still very flavorful.


Mgo Poladian
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This minestrone was a hit with my family! The broth was flavorful, the vegetables were tender, and the addition of pesto added a nice touch of freshness. Will definitely be making this again.