Jul 14 2026
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Minestrone Soup Recipe

Inspired by Hero's
Time45m
Serves6

Make Minestrone Soup Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Vegetables

Liquids & Base

Pasta & Beans

Seasonings

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

  2. 2

    Add Garlic and Zucchini

    Add the minced garlic and diced zucchini to the pot. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Green Beans and Spinach

    Stir in the chopped green beans and fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add Tomatoes

    Add the diced tomato to the pot and stir to combine.

Cooking the Soup

  1. 5

    Add Broth and Tomatoes

    Pour in the vegetable broth and the canned diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.

  2. 6

    Season the Soup

    Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.

  3. 7

    Add Pasta and Beans

    Bring the soup to a boil, then add the pasta and kidney beans. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Serving

  1. 8

    Garnish and Serve

    Ladle the soup into bowls. Top with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil leaves. Serve hot.

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