Description
Warm and hearty Vegetable Lasagna Soup, brimming with vibrant veggies and layers of flavor. A comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup small pasta shells
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the diced onion until translucent.
- Add minced garlic, carrots, and zucchini; cook until tender.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and vegetable broth; let it simmer gently.
- Add pasta shells and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Just before serving, stir in mozzarella cheese until melted and gooey.
- Garnish each bowl with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute any seasonal vegetables you prefer.
- For added creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream before serving.
- This soup can be made ahead of time; flavors will intensify overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg