Description
Minestrone with Sausage and Pesto is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. This hearty soup combines a medley of fresh vegetables, savory Italian sausage, and fragrant pesto, creating a deliciously satisfying dish that will warm your soul. Your loved ones will be asking for seconds as they savor each vibrant spoonful. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a cozy gathering, this minestrone is sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or mild)
- 1 can (28 oz) whole peeled tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 medium zucchinis, diced
- 2 large carrots, diced
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup ditalini or orzo pasta
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, sauté 1 chopped onion, 2 diced carrots, and 2 diced zucchinis in 2 tablespoons olive oil for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Push the vegetables to one side of the pot and add the sliced Italian sausage. Cook for about 5 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the crushed canned tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the pasta and cook for another 8-10 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Remove from heat, stir in fresh basil and pesto until well mixed. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg