Ingredients
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- 1 cup (150 g) diced zucchini
- 1 cup (150 g) diced bell pepper
- 1 cup (150 g) diced tomatoes (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup (150 g) sliced carrots
- 1 cup (150 g) green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 can (15 oz or 425 g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable broth
- 1 cup (150 g) whole wheat pasta
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except pasta and parsley to the slow cooker.
- Stir to combine and cover. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the pasta and cook until tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve garnished with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
- For a heartier soup, add diced potatoes or mushrooms.
- This recipe freezes well; store in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Fat
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: slow cooker soup, minestrone soup, summer vegetables