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Spring Minestrone Soup (Vegan!)
Celebrate spring with this light & fresh minestrone! It features seasonal produce, white beans, and fresh dill in a miso-enhanced broth.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 5 medium bowls
Calories: 198 kcal
Course:
Soup
Cuisine:
Vegan , gluten-free
Ingredients
- 2 leeks (white & pale-green parts only)
- 2 carrots
- 2-3 Medium Red Potatoes (2-3 cups diced)
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 bunch asparagus (2-3 cups sliced)
- 1 cup peas* (or sugar snap peas, sliced)
- 15 oz. can cannellini beans (or great northern, garbanzo, etc.)
- 2-3 Tbsp. fresh dill
- 1 Tbsp. white miso
Instructions
- Prepare leeks: Trim off the roots and dark green tops. (You'll use the white & pale green parts only.) Cut leeks in half lengthwise. Rinse very well under the faucet, fanning out the layers to remove any stubborn grit/soil trapped inside. Drain well. Then slice them in small half-moons.
- Dice carrots.
- In a large stockpot over medium-high heat, sauté leeks and carrots for 5-6 minutes. (I use 3 Tbsp. water/veggie broth for no-oil sauté method, adding more as needed.)
- Meanwhile, dice potatoes.
- When leeks are softened, add potatoes and broth to stockpot. Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 8-10 minutes. (Or until potatoes are just tender as they will continue to cook through the next couple steps.)
- Meanwhile, remove woody ends from asparagus and slice into about 1 1/2" pieces. Roughly chop dill.
- When potatoes are just tender, add asparagus, peas, white beans (rinsed and drained), and fresh dill. Stir and return to a light boil. Simmer for 3 minutes or until asparagus is tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk miso with about 1/4 cup warm water to thin and remove clumps. Add to pot and stir. Salt/pepper to taste if desired or garnish with additional fresh dill before serving.
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Notes
- *Peas: Fresh green peas or frozen peas work. If using frozen, simply add them with the asparagus during the last few minutes of cooking. (No need to thaw first.)
- Variations: Add kale, spinach, pasta, celery, onion, garlic, broccoli, cauliflower, thyme, parsley, etc.
- Recipe inspired by Bon Appetit and Good Housekeeping.
Nutrition Information
Calories
198kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
43g
(14%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Potassium
615mg
(18%)
Fiber
9g
(36%)
Sugar
8g
(16%)
Vitamin A
5538IU
(111%)
Vitamin C
25mg
(28%)
Calcium
99mg
(10%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 5medium bowls
Amount Per Serving
Calories 198
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 198kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 43g | 14% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Potassium | 615mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 5538IU | 111% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 10% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.