Minestrone

Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
30 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
Servings:
8
Serving Size:
1 cup
Nutrition Information per serving:
  • Calories: 100
  • Total Fat: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Total Carbs: 17g
  • Dietary Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 7g
 

Ingredients

  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 cup chopped carrot
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 3 cans (14.5 ounces each) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 cups chopped cabbage
  • 1 teaspoon basil (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon oregano (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked red kidney beans (canned or dried)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Beans are an inexpensive source of protein and fiber.

1. Spray a large pot with nonstick cooking spray. Cook onions, carrots, and garlic for 5 minutes.
2. Add broth, tomato paste, cabbage, basil, and oregano.
3. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 15 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.
4. Add kidney beans and cook for 5 more minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Refrigerate leftovers

Source: http://jsyfruitveggies.org/minestrone-soup/