High Protein Minestrone Soup
A comforting and nutritious minestrone soup packed with protein-rich ingredients and seasonal vegetables, perfect for chilly nights or忙碌的日子.
Ingredients
For the Soup Base
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz)
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed (15 oz)
- 1 cup lentils, rinsed
- 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- to taste Grated Parmesan cheese (optional) for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the diced carrots, celery, and bell pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring often until the vegetables start to soften.
Cooking
- Mix in the zucchini, diced tomatoes, green beans, cannellini beans, and lentils.
- Pour in the broth and season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer the soup for about 30 minutes or until the lentils and vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the spinach during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Notes
For the best flavor, use fresh, seasonal vegetables. Adjust protein sources according to dietary preferences. Save any leftovers in an airtight container; they can provide a hearty lunch for days.