Slow-Cooker Two-Bean Minestrone

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Slow-Cooker Two-Bean Minestrone
505 min.
6
385kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Slow-Cooker Two-Bean Minestrone! This hearty and wholesome dish is perfect for anyone seeking a nutritious meal that doesn't compromise on flavor. Packed with protein-rich kidney and garbanzo beans, this vegetarian and vegan-friendly recipe is not only satisfying but also incredibly easy to prepare. Simply toss all the ingredients into your slow cooker, and let it work its magic while you go about your day.

Imagine coming home to the warm, inviting aroma of a delicious minestrone simmering away, ready to be enjoyed. The combination of frozen mixed vegetables and diced tomatoes infused with basil, garlic, and oregano creates a rich and savory base that will tantalize your taste buds. Plus, the addition of elbow macaroni adds a delightful texture that makes this dish a true comfort food.

Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or as a main course, this Slow-Cooker Two-Bean Minestrone is sure to impress family and friends alike. With only 385 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while nourishing your body with wholesome ingredients. Top each bowl with a spoonful of vibrant basil pesto for an extra burst of flavor that elevates this dish to new heights. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of goodness that warms the soul!

Ingredients

  • 15 oz kidney beans dark red drained canned
  • 15 oz garbanzo beans drained canned
  • 12 oz savory vegetable mixed frozen
  • 14.5 oz tomatoes diced with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained canned
  • large vegetable cube 
  • 11 oz vegetable juice canned
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup elbow macaroni uncooked
  • oz basil pesto refrigerated

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, mix all ingredients except macaroni and pesto.
  2. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  3. Stir in macaroni. Cover; cook on Low heat setting about 15 minutes or until macaroni is tender. Top each serving with spoonful of pesto.

Nutrition Facts

Calories385kcal
Protein15.87%
Fat33.61%
Carbs50.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.6
Glycemic Load
9.17
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.385652272598%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.25mg
Quercetin
5.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:384.78kcal
19.24%
Fat:14.7g
22.62%
Saturated Fat:2.41g
15.08%
Carbohydrates:49.72g
16.57%
Net Carbohydrates:37.08g
13.48%
Sugar:4.98g
5.54%
Cholesterol:2.65mg
0.88%
Sodium:838.23mg
36.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.62g
31.25%
Vitamin A:4064.49IU
81.29%
Manganese:1.22mg
60.79%
Fiber:12.65g
50.59%
Vitamin C:28.57mg
34.64%
Folate:133.88µg
33.47%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.37%
Iron:4.66mg
25.88%
Phosphorus:225.86mg
22.59%
Potassium:763.01mg
21.8%
Copper:0.42mg
21%
Magnesium:78.75mg
19.69%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.44%
Calcium:145.26mg
14.53%
Selenium:9.94µg
14.2%
Zinc:1.77mg
11.78%
Vitamin B3:1.9mg
9.49%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.51%
Vitamin K:7.95µg
7.57%
Vitamin B5:0.59mg
5.91%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.33%