Hearty Italian Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 2 stalks celery, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 can diced tomatoes, 14 oz
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and halved
• 1 cup small pasta
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups spinach, fresh
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

Method

1. 01
   Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 02
   Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. 03
   Stir in sliced carrots and celery, cook for another 5 minutes.
4. 04
   Add diced zucchini, canned tomatoes with their juice, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
5. 05
   Mix in cannellini beans, green beans, and small pasta. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
6. 06
   Simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables and pasta are tender.
7. 07
   Stir in fresh spinach and let it wilt for about 2 minutes.
8. 08
   Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.