Description
Warm up your chilly evenings with our delightful Winter Minestrone Soup, a hearty blend of seasonal vegetables and wholesome ingredients. This comforting dish is perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy gatherings. Each bowl is brimming with vibrant flavors and nutrients that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. With easy-to-follow steps and the flexibility to customize based on your pantry staples, this soup is sure to become a winter favorite. Enjoy it alone or pair it with crusty bread for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups cooked cannellini or butter beans
- 8 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 2 medium carrots
- 1 cup celery
- 1 cup red onion
- 3–4 cloves garlic
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 cup celeriac
- 1 medium sweet potato
- 1 (14½ oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
- ½ cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups chopped fresh kale
Instructions
- Prepare the beans by soaking dried beans overnight or using the quick soak method. Drain and rinse before cooking.
- In a large pot, combine soaked beans with water or stock, season lightly, and simmer for about 45 minutes to 1½ hours until tender.
- Sauté carrots, celery, red onion, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme in olive oil over medium heat for about 8 minutes until softened. Add to the pot.
- Stir in celeriac, sweet potatoes, canned tomatoes, and quinoa; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Add chopped kale; cook for an additional 5–8 minutes until wilted. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg