Quick Fall Minestrone

Health score
26%
Quick Fall Minestrone
45 min.
8
229kcal

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As the leaves turn golden and the air becomes crisp, there's nothing quite like a warm and hearty bowl of minestrone to celebrate the flavors of fall. Our Quick Fall Minestrone is a delightful blend of seasonal ingredients that not only warms the soul but also nourishes the body. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, effortlessly coming together in just 45 minutes while serving a crowd of eight.

This vibrant soup features a medley of hearty vegetables like cubed potatoes, butternut squash, and fresh kale, all simmered in rich vegetable broth. The addition of tender green beans and colorful carrots brings a lovely texture and sweetness, while cannellini beans add a nutritious boost of protein. To finish it off, we stir in orzo pasta, which soaks up all the delicious flavors and gives the soup a satisfying heartiness.

The sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a touch of creaminess, making each spoonful feel indulgent without the extra calories. With every bite, you’ll experience the essence of autumn—warm, comforting, and full of earth’s bounty. Enjoy a bowl as a starter or paired with crusty bread for a cozy meal that everyone will love. This Quick Fall Minestrone is not just a dish; it's a celebration of the season's finest ingredients and a wonderful way to gather around the table with family and friends.

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups baking potatoes cubed peeled ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 2.5 cups butternut squash cubed peeled ()
  • 16 ounce cannellini beans white rinsed drained canned
  • 0.5 cup carrots diced
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup green beans (1-inch) ()
  • cups kale chopped
  • cup onion chopped
  • teaspoon oregano dried
  • 0.5 cup orzo pasta (rice-shaped uncooked
  • ounces parmesan fresh grated
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups vegetable stock 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and garlic; saut 2 1/2 minutes or until tender.
  3. Add broth and the next 7 ingredients (broth through salt); bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 3 minutes.
  4. Add kale, orzo, and beans; cook 5 minutes or until orzo is done and vegetables are tender.
  5. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein17.29%
Fat15.8%
Carbs66.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
56.07
Glycemic Load
14.47
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.927826326178%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
3.48mg
Kaempferol
5.13mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
6.84mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.07kcal
11.45%
Fat:4.16g
6.4%
Saturated Fat:1.56g
9.72%
Carbohydrates:39.65g
13.22%
Net Carbohydrates:33.62g
12.23%
Sugar:5g
5.56%
Cholesterol:4.82mg
1.61%
Sodium:911.63mg
39.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.25g
20.5%
Vitamin A:7567.57IU
151.35%
Vitamin K:56µg
53.33%
Manganese:0.72mg
35.93%
Vitamin C:25.54mg
30.95%
Fiber:6.03g
24.1%
Potassium:762.5mg
21.79%
Calcium:199.31mg
19.93%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.68%
Folate:74.42µg
18.6%
Magnesium:73.6mg
18.4%
Phosphorus:180.04mg
18%
Iron:3.08mg
17.1%
Copper:0.27mg
13.63%
Selenium:9.24µg
13.2%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.5%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.85%
Zinc:1.31mg
8.72%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.09%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
7.99%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.89%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.42%
Source:My Recipes