PESTO MINESTRONE

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Natalie Cataldo relies on store-bought pesto to provide mild flavor to this chunky tortellini and vegetable soup. "It's a hit in my house," says the Des Moines, Iowa cook. "If you don't like zucchini, use another vegetable," she suggests.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2-1/4 cups water
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
2 cups diced zucchini
2 tablespoons prepared pesto

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, mixed vegetables, broth, oregano, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 3 minutes. , Add the tortellini, zucchini and pesto. Simmer, uncovered, 7-9 minutes longer or until pasta and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 337 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1063mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Eyash Majumdar
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


Rouf Series
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I've never made minestrone before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great!


Ali Msheik
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This soup is delicious and nutritious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Shohag GAming
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Khayam Farooq
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it's packed with flavor.


shuvos World
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to use up leftover vegetables.


Princess Fofo
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's a really versatile dish that can be tailored to your own taste.


Myounas Malik
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I love the combination of flavors in this soup. It's a really unique and delicious dish.


Mr Allamin
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This soup is so flavorful and comforting. It's the perfect meal for a cold night.


Treasure Hasten
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I've never made minestrone before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great!


Qaseem Warshal
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This soup is delicious and nutritious. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Tammico Smith
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I love this soup! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Travis Morris
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This soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and it's packed with flavor.


Nalukwago Ever
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and healthy way to use up leftover vegetables.


Philip Tushan
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This was a great recipe. I made it for my family and they all loved it. It's a keeper!


Atif Iqbal
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This soup was amazing! I loved the combination of flavors, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Barbara Olivia
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I've made this soup several times now and it's always a hit. It's so flavorful and comforting, and it's a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


nompumelelo jawuza
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I used gluten-free pasta and it turned out great. I also added some chopped spinach and zucchini to the soup, and it was even more flavorful.