Strawberry Minestrone
Strawberry Minestrone is a refreshing take on traditional soup, blending the sweetness of ripe strawberries with vibrant vegetables for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for summer picnics or elegant dinner parties, this easy-to-make dish is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Serve it warm or chilled, and watch your guests delight in every spoonful of this colorful culinary creation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables and strawberries thoroughly.
- Dice zucchini and carrots into bite-sized pieces. Halve cherry tomatoes and slice some strawberries for garnish.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle olive oil. Add zucchini, carrots, and cherry tomatoes; sauté until softened (about 5-7 minutes).
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Stir in sliced strawberries and let simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add freshly torn basil leaves. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with extra strawberry slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg