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a bowl of steaming minestrone soup

Classic Sicilian Minestrone Soup

Ella Cooks
There’s nothing more comforting than a warm, hearty bowl of Classic Sicilian Minestrone Soup! This traditional Italian dish is packed with fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta, simmered in a flavorful tomato broth with aromatic herbs. Unlike the heavier northern Italian minestrone, the Sicilian version often includes a touch of red pepper flakes and fresh basil, giving it a slightly spicier and more vibrant taste.
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Course Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Ladle
  • Measuring cups & spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 celery stalks diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 small potato peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans chopped
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 6 cups vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1 15 oz can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup small pasta ditalini or small shells
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Instructions
 

Sauté the Aromatics

  • Heat olive oil in a large soup pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add Vegetables & Tomatoes

  • Stir in the zucchini, potato, and green beans. Cook for another 3 minutes. Then, pour in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and stir everything together.

Add Broth & Seasonings

  • Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth. Stir in the oregano, basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 20 minutes.

Add Beans & Pasta

  • Stir in the cannellini beans and small pasta. Let cook for another 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

Finish with Fresh Basil & Parmesan

  • Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh basil. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with grated Parmesan cheese.

Leftovers & Storage

  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Notes

Freezer: Freeze without pasta for up to 3 months. Thaw, reheat, and add fresh pasta when serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 9gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 650mgFiber: 8gSugar: 8g
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