Spicy Minestrone with Spaghetti Squash Recipe

Name: Spicy Minestrone with Spaghetti Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic; 1 whole Red Onion, Chopped; 1 whole Spaghetti Squash, Cooked And Shredded; 2 cups Fresh Kale Leaves, Chopped; 1 whole Zucchini, Diced; 1 whole Yellow Squash, Diced; 1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeded And Diced; 2 stalks Celery, Chopped; 2 whole Carrots, Diced; 1 whole Parsnip, Diced; 8 cups Beef Broth; 2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes; 2 cans (16 Oz. Size) Kidney Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes; 1/2 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper; 1/2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke; 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar; 10 whole Fresh Basil Leaves, Chopped

Servings: persons

1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
1 whole Red Onion, Chopped
1 whole Spaghetti Squash, Cooked And Shredded
2 cups Fresh Kale Leaves, Chopped
1 whole Zucchini, Diced
1 whole Yellow Squash, Diced
1 whole Red Bell Pepper, Seeded And Diced
2 stalks Celery, Chopped
2 whole Carrots, Diced
1 whole Parsnip, Diced
8 cups Beef Broth
2 cans (15 Oz. Size) Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
2 cans (16 Oz. Size) Kidney Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1/2 teaspoons Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
1/2 teaspoons Ground Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoons Liquid Smoke
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
10 whole Fresh Basil Leaves, Chopped

1
In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
2
Add garlic and onion and saute until fragrant, 3-4 minutes.
3
Add spaghetti squash, kale, zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, celery, carrots, parsnip, and basil leaves.
4
Saute for an additional 2-3 minutes.
5
Stir in broth, tomatoes, beans, red pepper flakes, black pepper, liquid smoke, and balsamic vinegar.
6
Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables are softened to your desire.
7
Serve immediately!
8
Nutrition info per 1 1/2 cups: 154 calories, 2 g fat, 7 g protein, 21 g carbohyrates, 7.5 g fiber

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* 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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil, 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic, 1 whole Red Onion, Chopped, 1 whole Spaghetti Squash, Cooked And Shredded, and more.

Yes, Spicy Minestrone with Spaghetti Squash falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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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Spicy Minestrone with Spaghetti Squash

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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