Are you craving a hearty and nutritious soup but don't have time to chop up fresh vegetables? Look no further than frozen vegetable minestrone! This delicious and easy recipe will allow you to enjoy a comforting bowl of soup without the hassle of preparing vegetables from scratch. Let's get started!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen carrots
- 1 cup frozen green beans
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup dried pasta (such as macaroni or fusilli)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
1. Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat.
2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
3. Add frozen carrots, green beans, corn, and peas to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. Pour in the can of diced tomatoes (undrained) and vegetable broth. Give it a good stir.
5. Add dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir to distribute the seasonings.
6. Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
7. Meanwhile, cook the dried pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
8. After the soup has simmered for 10 minutes, add the cooked pasta to the pot. Stir well.
9. Continue to simmer the soup for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
10. Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.
11. Serve and enjoy!
Tips:
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding your favorite frozen vegetables or substituting with fresh vegetables if you have them on hand.
- If you prefer a thicker soup, you can add a tablespoon of tomato paste to the pot.
- For added protein, consider adding a can of drained and rinsed beans, such as kidney beans or cannellini beans.
- This recipe can easily be doubled or halved to accommodate your serving needs.
Now that you have this easy frozen vegetable minestrone recipe in your arsenal, you can enjoy a comforting and nutritious meal any time you want. This soup is perfect for those busy weeknights or when you're feeling under the weather. Give it a try, and you won't be disappointed!