Minestrone Soup - KNEP - Kentucky Nutrition Education Program

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Minestrone Soup

Servings:5Serving Size:1 1/2 cupsRecipe Cost:$6.83Cost per Serving:$1.37
A bowl of Minestrone Soup

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (32 ounces or 4 cups) low-sodium chicken broth (can substitute with beef or vegetable)
  • 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) no-salt-added petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15.5 ounces) no-salt-added kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 cup dry, small shell pasta (or any small pasta)
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) mixed vegetables, rinsed and drained
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

  1. Wash hands with warm water and soap, scrubbing for at least 20 seconds.
  2. Wash zucchini under cool, running water.
  3. In a large pot, add the broth, tomatoes, beans, zucchini, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir to combine.
  4. Bring to a boil and add the pasta. Then reduce to low heat.
  5. Let simmer for 8 to 10 minutes.
  6. Add the canned vegetables, Italian seasoning, salt, and stir.
  7. Sprinkle with Parmesan, if using, and serve.
  8. Refrigerate leftovers within two hours.

Make it a Meal

  • Minestrone Soup
  • Orange slices
Source: Adapted from https://www.myplate. gov/recipes/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap/minestrone-soup and https://www.planeatmove.com/recipes/ recipe/streamlined-minestrone-soup

210 calories; 1.5g total fat; 0g saturated fat; 0g trans fat; 0mg cholesterol; 610mg sodium; 37g total carbohydrate; 12g dietary fiber; 7g total sugars; 0g added sugars; 14g protein; 0% Daily Value of vitamin D; 6% Daily Value of calcium; 10% Daily Value of iron; 20% Daily Value of potassium.