Minestrone With Green Pesto Recipe
Minestrone With Green Pesto
Kitchen Science
4
10 minutes
25 minutes
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Minestrone is a delicious, healthy soup perfect for a quick meal. This version uses green pesto to add a flavorful twist. The pesto balances the citrus in the soup and makes it a bit more filling.
Serve with garlic flatbreads for a complete meal. This healthy soup is also great for weight loss as it is low in calories and fat.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 Large coarsely chopped onion
- 2 Finely sliced celery stick
- 1.4 Liters of vegetable stock
- 2 Small lemons, juiced and zested
- 170g Orzo
- 120g Peas, frozen
- 250g Spinach, frozen
- 50g Pesto
- To serve, garlic flatbreads (optional)
- 60g Grated parmesan (or vegetarian substitute)
Directions
Heat the oil in a big skillet and sauté the onion, celery, and a pinch of salt for 8 minutes, or until the vegetables are soft. Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 5 minutes after adding the orzo, then 5 minutes after adding the peas and spinach. Season after swirling the pesto.
If using, heat the flatbreads as directed on the package. Place a handful of parmesan on top of each bowl of soup. Dip the flatbread into the sauce.