15-Minute Minestrone Soup

What you'll need

• 1 tablespoonolive oil
• 1 cupdiced onion and carrot
• 2 clovesgarlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz)diced tomatoes
• 4 cupsvegetable or chicken broth
• 1 cupsmall pasta (ditalini or elbow)
• 1 can (15 oz)cannellini beans, drained
• 1 cupchopped zucchini or spinach
• to taste salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning

Let's cook

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and sauté the onion and carrot for 3-4 minutes until softened.
2. 2Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. 3Stir in the diced tomatoes, broth, and Italian seasoning, then bring to a boil.
4. 4Add the pasta and cook for 8-9 minutes, or until just al dente.
5. 5Stir in the beans and zucchini or spinach, simmering for 2-3 minutes until heated through and vegetables are tender.
6. 6Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.