Hearty Italian soup with seasonal vegetables, pasta, and beans in rich tomato broth. A classic comforting dish ready in one hour.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 large onion, diced
03 - 2 carrots, diced
04 - 2 celery stalks, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 - 1 medium zucchini, diced
07 - 1 cup green beans, chopped
08 - 2 cups chopped spinach or kale
→ Base and Seasonings
09 - 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
10 - 6 cups vegetable broth
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1 teaspoon dried basil
13 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
14 - 1 bay leaf
15 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Pasta and Beans
16 - 3/4 cup small pasta such as ditalini, elbow, or small shells
17 - 1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
18 - 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
→ Garnishes
19 - Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, optional
20 - Chopped fresh parsley, optional
21 - Extra virgin olive oil for drizzling, optional
# How-To Steps:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 to 6 minutes until softened.
02 - Stir in garlic, zucchini, and green beans; cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
04 - Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes.
05 - Stir in pasta and both types of beans. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, or until pasta is al dente.
06 - Add spinach or kale and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until wilted. Remove bay leaf.
07 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with Parmesan, parsley, and a drizzle of olive oil if desired.
