Ingredients
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For the Soup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups vegetable broth (halal-certified)
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Final Step
- 1 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, or vegan alternative)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Vegetables
- Wash and dice the onion, carrots, celery, zucchini, and green beans. Mince the garlic.
Step 2: Assemble the Slow Cooker
- Add the diced vegetables, canned tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, cannellini beans, vegetable broth, and water to the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Step 3: Cook the Soup
- Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- During the cooking process, the vegetables will become tender, and the flavors will meld together.
Step 4: Add the Pasta and Greens
- About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, stir in the pasta and chopped spinach or kale.
- Replace the lid and cook until the pasta is tender and the greens are wilted.
Step 5: Garnish and Serve
- Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve with crusty bread or crackers for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Fat: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g