Summer Minestrone Soup

1 tsp olive oil

1 c chopped onions

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tsp salt

2 medium carrots, chopped

2 c green beans, stemmed and cut into 1 inch pieces

1 1/2 c diced zucchini

2 large tomatoes, diced

1/2 c corn kernels, fresh or frozen

1/8 c chopped fresh basil

2 tsp dried marjoram or 2 tbsp fresh

3 c vegetable stock or 3 vegetable bullion cubes

1 1/2 c cooked navy beans

1 1/2 tbsp lemon juice

1/4 c chopped fresh parsley

 

In a large pot, over medium-high heat, add in the oil, onions, garlic, and salt; cook, stirring often, for about 10 minutes. Add in the marjoram; stir to combine.

 

Reduce heat to medium; add the carrots and green beans; cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring fairly often to prevent sticking.

 

Add in the zucchini, tomatoes, and corn; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Add in the fresh basil; stir to combine; cook for 2 minutes. Add in the stock and navy beans. Bring to a boil; lower heat and simmer gently for 10 minutes. Add in the lemon juice and parsley; stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste.

 

Serve hot; sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese if desired.

 

Serves 4.

 

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