OK, fall actually means many things (like cozy sweaters, lots of Golden Milk, and plenty of evening baths), but you get the point.
Origins of Minestrone
Minestrone is a thick Italian soup typically made with vegetables, beans, and pasta. It’s believed to date back to the 2nd century BC when Rome conquered Italy. At this time, there was an expansion in the variety of vegetables available and Italian peasants would gather ingredients from leftover meals to make soup. There doesn’t seem to be one classic way to make minestrone! Many variations have developed over time and you can read about them here.
How to Make Vegan Minestrone
This soup is amazing, friends! One sample bite in and I believe I started talking to myself about how delicious it was, which was really confusing for everyone in the room. In other words, this is talk-to-yourself-it’s-so-good soup. Plus, it’s simple! Just 1 pot and about 30 minutes required. The base for this soup is a mixture of late summer vegetables, vegetable broth, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Then comes beans and gluten-free pasta for a bit of fiber and plant-based protein. And finally, greens! I went with a handful of spinach, but kale would be lovely here, too. I hope you all LOVE this soup! It’s: CozyWarmingBrothyTomato-yVegetable-PackedFiber- + Protein-richVersatile& SO delicious This would make the perfect soup to whip up when you need something healthy and satisfying on the table fast. I don’t use a slow cooker, but I think it would even work well as a “set it and forget it” type of dish. And while it’s delicious on its own, it would also pair well with my Vegan Parmesan Cheese, Vegan Gluten Free Biscuits, Fluffy Spelt Vegan Rolls and Creamy Kale Salad with Shallots and Chickpeas. If you’re into this kind of soup, be sure to check out my 1-Pot Lentil Chili, Lentil Dal, Creamy Tomato and Red Pepper Soup, Chipotle Black Tortilla Soup, and Curried Butternut Squash Soup. If you try this recipe, let us know! Leave a comment, rate it, and don’t forget to tag a photo #minimalistbaker on Instagram. Cheers, friends!
