Description
Discover the delightful Longevity Soup Recipe, a vibrant and nourishing dish that combines the goodness of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and aromatic herbs. This plant-powered minestrone is not just a meal; it’s a hug in a bowl, bursting with Mediterranean flavors that will warm you from the inside out. Perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, this soup is incredibly easy to make and adaptable based on what you have at home. You can enjoy its rich taste while benefiting from its nutrient-dense ingredients that support overall wellness. Dive into this comforting recipe that promises satisfaction in every spoonful!
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup canned cannellini beans (or chickpeas)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup kale, shredded
- 1 cup baby spinach
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and zucchini; season lightly with salt. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in sweet potato and cook for another minute. Add garlic, oregano, thyme, and tomato paste; mix well.
- Pour in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth along with beans. Stir together and bring to a boil before reducing heat to low. Simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
- Incorporate small pasta into the pot; add more broth if the soup thickens too much. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in shredded kale and baby spinach; cook for about one minute until wilted. Adjust seasoning with sea salt and black pepper if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg