Spaghetti Minestrone

Health score
10%
Spaghetti Minestrone
35 min.
15
192kcal

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Welcome to the delightful world of Spaghetti Minestrone, a dish that showcases the vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients of classic Italian cooking. Perfectly suited for lunch or dinner, this hearty and nutritious soup is sure to please a crowd, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.

In just 35 minutes, you can create a marquee dish that’s not only satisfying but also packed with nutrition. Imagine the aroma of sautéed onions and garlic wafting through your kitchen, as you stir in colorful vegetables like zucchini, cauliflower, and carrots. Each spoonful brims with flavor from tender spaghetti and protein-rich white beans, making it a nutritious powerhouse that is both comforting and filling.

This minestrone is as versatile as it is delicious—you can easily add your favorite seasonal vegetables or adjust the broth to suit your taste. With every bowl, you’ll discover a blend of textures and a bouquet of flavors, all topped off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a dusting of grated Parmesan cheese that elevates each serving to a new level. Not to mention, this dish is a fantastic way to sneak in some extra servings of vegetables into your day, ensuring that you and your loved ones are nourished and energized.

Join me in whipping up this quick and easy Spaghetti Minestrone, and treat yourself to a cozy meal that feels good and tastes even better!

Ingredients

  • cup tomatoes diced canned drained
  • 0.5 cup beans white canned rinsed drained
  •  carrots diced
  • cup cauliflower florets 
  • ribs celery thinly sliced
  • 1.5 cups spaghetti cooked chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • clove garlic minced
  • 2.5 oz green beans cut into 1/4-inch pieces
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  •  onion chopped
  • 15 servings parmesan grated for garnish
  • 15 servings salt and pepper 
  •  zucchini sliced lengthwise cut into 1/4-inch-thick pieces

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. Warm oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add carrot, onion and celery; cook, stirring often, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Add garlic; saut 1 minute.
  4. Pour in broth, increase heat to high and bring to boil.
  5. Add both types of beans. Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.
  6. Add cauliflower, spaghetti, zucchini and tomatoes. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 8 minutes.
  7. Add parsley; season with salt and pepper.
  8. Garnish with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories192kcal
Protein29.8%
Fat48.21%
Carbs21.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.49
Glycemic Load
3.06
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
9.8804347204125%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.31mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
1.85mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:192.04kcal
9.6%
Fat:10.45g
16.08%
Saturated Fat:5.41g
33.82%
Carbohydrates:10.72g
3.57%
Net Carbohydrates:9.29g
3.38%
Sugar:2.03g
2.25%
Cholesterol:20.4mg
6.8%
Sodium:737.09mg
32.05%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.54g
29.08%
Calcium:380.98mg
38.1%
Phosphorus:268.25mg
26.82%
Vitamin A:1060.17IU
21.2%
Vitamin K:16.78µg
15.98%
Selenium:10.74µg
15.35%
Vitamin C:9.34mg
11.32%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.06%
Vitamin B3:1.75mg
8.76%
Manganese:0.16mg
8.16%
Zinc:1.19mg
7.93%
Potassium:277.52mg
7.93%
Vitamin B12:0.45µg
7.57%
Magnesium:28.13mg
7.03%
Iron:1.17mg
6.49%
Vitamin B6:0.13mg
6.37%
Copper:0.12mg
5.88%
Fiber:1.44g
5.74%
Folate:21.64µg
5.41%
Vitamin E:0.59mg
3.91%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.24%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3%
Source:My Recipes