Low Fat Minestrone Recipe

Name: Low Fat Minestrone
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 medium onions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced; 2 medium celery ribs, diced (reserve the leaves as well); 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced; 16 ounces no-salt-added diced tomatoes (not drained); 1 cup salt-free tomato sauce; ¼ cup dry red wine (optional); 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning; 1 cup canned chick-peas, drained and rinsed; 1 cup frozen peas, thawed; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; salt & fresh ground pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 medium onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 medium celery ribs, diced (reserve the leaves as well)
2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
16 ounces no-salt-added diced tomatoes (not drained)
1 cup salt-free tomato sauce
¼ cup dry red wine (optional)
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons Italian herb seasoning
1 cup canned chick-peas, drained and rinsed
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
salt & fresh ground pepper

1
In a large pot, heat the oil over medium-low heat.
2
Add the onions and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and saute until golden.
4
Add the carrots, celery and chopped leaves, and potatoes.
5
Add enough water to cover the ingredients.
6
Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, wine (if you are using wine), bay leaves and Italian seasoning.
7
Bring to rapid simmer, then cover.
8
Lower heat to simmer and cook 20-25 minutes until vegetables are tender.
9
Add chickpeas, peas and parsley.
10
Add water if soup is too thick.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Simmer another 20-30 minutes until vegetables are completely tender.
13
Discard bay leaves and serve.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 medium onions, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 2 medium carrots, peeled and diced, and more.

Yes, Low Fat Minestrone falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Low Fat Minestrone

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions