Minestrone Verde

Minestrone Verde is a vibrant, low-carb Italian soup packed with fresh green vegetables and aromatic herbs, making it a perfect light meal. This comforting dish is both nutritious and satisfying, ideal for a healthy lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Green bell pepper - 1, diced
• Spinach - 100 grams, chopped
• Broccoli - 100 grams, chopped into small florets
• Green beans - 100 grams, trimmed and cut into 2 cm pieces
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - a handful, chopped (for garnish)
• Parmesan cheese - 20 grams, grated (optional)

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Stir in the diced zucchini and green bell pepper, cooking for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
4. Add the chopped broccoli and green beans, and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth, and add the chopped spinach, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
6. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes until all vegetables are tender.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 5 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of green vegetables.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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