Easy One-Pot Minestrone Soup
A hearty and healthy one-pot minestrone soup perfect for a quick, comforting meal. Loaded with vegetables, beans, and pasta, it's easy to make and customizable.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Broth
- 1-2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup finely chopped onion (plus more if desired)
- 0.5 cup finely chopped celery
- 2-3 teaspoons minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 4 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1-2 cups water
- 4 cups seasonal vegetables (potatoes, zucchini, green beans, squash, carrots)
- 1 14-ounce can diced fire roasted tomatoes
- 0.25 cup tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- 1 15-ounce can kidney beans or white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup uncooked small pasta shells
- 1-2 cups baby spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Cook onion until translucent, then add celery and garlic, cooking for another minute.
- Add broth, water, vegetables, tomatoes, and tomato paste. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in beans and pasta. Cook until pasta is al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Add hot water if too thick.
- Remove from heat, stir in spinach until wilted, then serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or add grated Parmesan and fresh basil for extra flavor.