Minestrone with Cabbage and Spinach Recipe

Name: Minestrone with Cabbage and Spinach
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups finely chopped celery; 1 cup finely chopped onion; 3/4 cup finely chopped leek (white and pale green parts only); 1/2 cup dry white wine; 9 cups canned low-salt chicken broth; 4 cups diced green cabbage (about 10 ounces); 2 cups diced zucchini (from about 2 medium); 6 ounces (about 3/4 cup) acini di pepe or other small pasta; 3 cups (packed) coarsely chopped fresh spinach; 1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil; Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Servings: persons

2 cups finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped leek (white and pale green parts only)
1/2 cup dry white wine
9 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
4 cups diced green cabbage (about 10 ounces)
2 cups diced zucchini (from about 2 medium)
6 ounces (about 3/4 cup) acini di pepe or other small pasta
3 cups (packed) coarsely chopped fresh spinach
1/3 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

1
Combine celery, onion, leek and wine in heavy large pot over medium heat.
2
Simmer until vegetables are tender but not brown, stirring frequently, about 12 minutes.
3
Add broth and bring to boil.
4
Add cabbage and zucchini and simmer 10 minutes.
5
Add pasta; cover and simmer until pasta is just tender, about 10 minutes.
6
Add spinach and cook 5 minutes.
7
Stir in sliced basil.
8
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
9
Ladle soup into bowls and serve, passing grated Parmesan cheese separately.

1122

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

177

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups finely chopped celery, 1 cup finely chopped onion, 3/4 cup finely chopped leek (white and pale green parts only), 1/2 cup dry white wine, and more.

Yes, Minestrone with Cabbage and Spinach 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.

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Minestrone with Cabbage and Spinach

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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