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sardinian longevity soup

Sardinian Longevity Soup

Taylor Svetlichny
Sardinian Longevity Soup, also known as minestrone soup, is the ultimate recipe for a healthy, long life! Filled with nutritious and wholesome ingredients, this Italian Blue Zone recipe is a one pot, easy recipe that tastes even more delicious than it looks.
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Prep Time 7 minutes
Cook Time 38 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, Healthy Meals, Lunch, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 219 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 3 celery ribs chopped
  • 1 stalk broccoli chopped
  • 1 small potato peeled and diced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15-oz can cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-oz can Great Northern beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup small pasta e.g., orzo
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional

Instructions
 

  • Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onions, carrots, celery, broccoli, potato, and garlic. Sauté the vegetables for about 8 minutes, or until softened.
  • Stir in the tomato paste, beans, crushed tomatoes, parsley, and basil, allowing the flavors to combine.
  • Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 2 cups of water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  • Add the pasta and season with salt. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
  • Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
  • Serve with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make it Vegetarian: Swap the chicken broth for vegetable broth to make this a fully vegetarian dish without sacrificing flavor.
  • Add Pasta Separately: If you're meal prepping or planning to freeze the soup, cook the pasta separately and add it fresh when serving. This prevents the pasta from absorbing too much liquid and becoming mushy.
  • Adjust the Consistency: For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans or add a little less broth. If you prefer a thinner soup, just add a bit more water or broth.
  • Customize Your Veggies: Minestrone is super flexible, so feel free to add or swap veggies based on what you have on hand. Zucchini, spinach, or even kale are great additions.
  • Storage:
    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. For longer storage, freeze the soup (without pasta) for up to 3 months.
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