This Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe is a comforting and nutritious dish that is perfect for busy days. Packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, this Crockpot recipe allows you to set it and forget it, making meal prep a breeze.
With simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you can enjoy a delicious homemade soup that warms the soul.
Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
This minestrone soup is filled with seasonal vegetables, hearty beans, and pasta, all simmered together in a flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 6-8 hours in the slow cooker and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow)
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Chop the onion, garlic, carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans.
- Combine Ingredients: In the slow cooker, add the chopped vegetables, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Add Pasta: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the pasta and cook until tender.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
