Winter Minestrone Soup
Winter Minestrone Soup is a comforting and nutritious dish designed to warm you during the chilly months. Packed with vibrant seasonal vegetables, protein-rich beans, and hearty quinoa, this soup is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Each bowl is filled with wholesome ingredients that create a rich flavor profile, making it perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends. Whether you’re looking for a simple weeknight meal or a dish to impress guests, this Winter Minestrone Soup is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups cooked cannellini or butter beans
- ½ cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 1 cup red onion, diced
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup celeriac, cubed
- 1 medium sweet potato, diced
- 2 cups chopped fresh kale
- 8 cups vegetable or chicken stock
- Sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- If using dry beans, soak overnight or quick-soak by boiling for 3 minutes and letting sit for an hour. Drain.
- In a large pot, combine soaked beans with stock and simmer with aromatics (onion, garlic, carrot, celery) for about 45 minutes to 1½ hours until tender.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté carrots, celery, red onion, garlic, bay leaves, and thyme until softened (about 8 minutes). Transfer to the pot with beans.
- Add celeriac, sweet potatoes, canned tomatoes (with juice), and quinoa; bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Stir in chopped kale and cook for another 5-8 minutes until wilted. Season with salt and pepper before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg