Description
Winter Minestrone Soup is the perfect dish to warm you up during chilly months. This hearty soup is packed with nutritious winter vegetables and protein-rich beans, making it a wholesome comfort food that delights with every spoonful. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this recipe is versatile and can easily accommodate your pantry staples. With its rich flavors from fresh herbs, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes, this soup will become a beloved staple in your kitchen. Whether you’re hosting friends or simply seeking a cozy night in, Winter Minestrone Soup is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups cooked cannellini or butter beans
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup red onion, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 2 cups chopped kale
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
Instructions
- If using dry beans, soak overnight or use a quick soak method (boil for three minutes, let sit for one hour). Cook until tender.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté carrots, celery, onion, garlic with olive oil for about eight minutes.
- Combine sautéed veggies with beans and stock in a large pot.
- Add sweet potatoes and bring to a boil; then simmer for about twenty minutes.
- Stir in chopped kale and cook until wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg