Delicious Dutch Oven Minestrone Soup in Just 30 Minutes

This Dutch Oven Minestrone Soup is a comforting dish that warms the soul and is ready in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Soups

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 320

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Broth

4 cups Beef Broth Substitute chicken or vegetable broth for a lighter version.
1 cup Marinara Sauce Can use pasta sauce if marinara is unavailable.

For the Soup

16 oz Frozen Mixed Vegetables Feel free to use any seasonal veggies or fresh alternatives.
1 can Navy Beans Can substitute great northern or cannellini beans.
12 oz Italian Meatballs Replace with turkey meatballs for a leaner option or omit for vegetarian.
6 oz Frozen Chopped Spinach Fresh spinach works too, adjust for volume.
9 oz Cheese Tortellini Any pasta can be substituted, adjust cooking times.

Equipment

Dutch oven

Method

Cooking Instructions

Heat the Dutch oven over medium heat, adding beef broth and marinara sauce. Stir and bring to a gentle boil.
Add thawed mixed vegetables, navy beans, meatballs, and chopped spinach. Stir and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes.
Stir in cheese tortellini and let simmer for an additional 7 minutes until tender.
Ladle soup into bowls and sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 9gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This soup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

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