Minestrone

This Vegan Greek Minestrone is a hearty and vibrant soup, featuring fresh vegetables and traditional Greek flavors. It's a comforting dish that's packed with nutrients and perfect for any season.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Kale or spinach - 100 grams, chopped
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dill - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chickpeas - 240 grams, canned and drained
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the carrot, celery, zucchini, and red bell pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes.
4. Add the green beans, canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, and dill. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in the kale or spinach and chickpeas, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
7. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 9 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from a variety of vegetables.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes a healthy gut.

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