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Slow Cooker Vegetarian Minestrone

Slow Cooker Vegetarian Minestrone

Cost $15, save $25

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 390 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Liquid base

    • 6 cups vegetable broth
    • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • Canned goods

    • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 large onion, chopped
    • 🥕 2 large carrots, diced
    • 2 ribs celery, diced
    • 1 cup green beans
    • 1 small zucchini, chopped
    • 4 cups chopped fresh spinach

  • Herbs and spices

    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
    • 1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
    • 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
    • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • Pasta and garnish

    • ½ cup elbow macaroni
    • ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese, or more to taste

STEPS

1

Gather all ingredients.

2

Combine broth, tomatoes, kidney beans, onion, carrots, celery, green beans, zucchini, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, thyme, and pepper in a 6-quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.

3

Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes; drain.

4

Stir macaroni and spinach into the slow cooker; cover and cook for 15 more minutes.

5

Ladle into bowls and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

138

Calories

  • 7
    Protein
  • 25
    Carbs
  • 2
    Fats

💡 Use any small pasta shape you prefer, such as ditalini or shells.Add more vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for variation.For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese or use plant-based alternatives.