Description
Strawberry Minestrone is a delightful twist on the classic Italian soup, blending the sweetness of fresh strawberries with hearty vegetables and white beans. This vibrant dish is perfect for both warm and chilled serving, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—from brunch gatherings to cozy weeknight dinners. Each spoonful delivers a burst of flavor that will surprise and delight your guests while providing a nourishing meal filled with nutrients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup zucchini, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
Instructions
- Wash and chop all vegetables and strawberries into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté carrots, celery, and zucchini until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and add the white beans. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in fresh basil and thyme to infuse flavors.
- Gently fold in strawberries and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Serve warm or chilled; garnish with extra basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg