How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Vegetarian Minestrone - A Step-by-Step Guide

Minestrone soup is a classic Italian dish that is known for its hearty and comforting flavor. It is typically made with a variety of vegetables, beans, and pasta, making it a hearty and nutritious meal. In this recipe, we will walk you through how to make a delicious and easy slow cooker vegetarian minestrone that is perfect for those busy days when you want a warm and comforting meal waiting for you at home.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 medium onion, minced
  • 1 large carrot, chopped
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 cups vegetable stock
  • 1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can undrained diced tomatoes
  • ¼ pound fresh green beans, trimmed
  • ½ cup uncooked ditalini pasta
  • ¼ cup pesto

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 7 hrs
  • Total Time: 7 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Heat oil in the bottom of a 4- or 6-quart slow cooker on High. Add zucchini, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
  • Pour in vegetable stock, chickpeas, undrained tomatoes, and green beans. Cover and cook on Low for 6 to 7 hours.
  • Add ditalini and cook for 1 more hour. Stir in pesto and serve.
  • Nutrition

    245 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 3mg
    • Sodium: 698mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 153mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 504mg