Hearty Minestrone
Looking for a hearty and flavorful soup that will warm you up from the inside out? Try this thick minestrone recipe! Packed with a variety of vegetables, hearty beans, and fragrant herbs and spices, this soup is both delicious and nutritious. The depth of flavor in this recipe comes from a combination of slow-cooking the vegetables and adding a Parmesan rind to the broth, infusing it with a rich umami taste. The result is a satisfying and filling soup that’s perfect for lunch or dinner.
Hearty Minestrone
Ingredients
Optional add ons
Instructions
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Sautee the onion and celery until translucent
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Add the turmeric, chili and garlic until lightly browned
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Stir through 1 can of tomatoes plus one can of water
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Add the sweet potato, potato, salt and pepper and simmer
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Add the cannellini beans, including the liquid, and a handful of parsley
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Use the second can of tomatoes or add more liquid if it needs, pour in the split red lentils, cook for at least 10 mins
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Add the green beans, another handful of parsley, zucchini, simmer on low heat for 10-20 mins, or until done
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Stir through spinach at the end
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Serve with cooked brown rice, parsley and a drizzle of olive oil
