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Crockpot Minestrone Soup

A hearty and flavorful minestrone soup that is easy to prepare in a crockpot, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 7 heures
Temps total 7 heures 15 minutes
Portions: 6 servings
Type de plat: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: Italian, Vegetarian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

Vegetable ingredients
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 medium carrot, diced
  • 1 stalk celery, diced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup small pasta (like elbow or ditalini)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh spinach or kale (optional) For added nutrition

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a crockpot, combine the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, cannellini beans, zucchini, carrot, celery, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  3. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  4. About 20 minutes before serving, add the small pasta and fresh spinach or kale if using.
  5. Continue to cook until the pasta is tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Notes

This soup can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat slowly for the best flavor.