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Longevity Soup Recipe

Longevity Soup Recipe

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Indulge in the comforting warmth of our Longevity Soup Recipe, a nourishing blend of beans, greens, and Mediterranean flavors. This hearty plant-based minestrone is not only easy to prepare but also an excellent way to enjoy a variety of vegetables. Perfect as a main dish or served alongside crusty bread, this soup is ideal for any meal. Every spoonful brings you essential nutrients while delighting your taste buds with a medley of flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced
  • 1 small sweet potato, peeled and diced (about 1 cup)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup canned cannellini beans (or chickpeas or black beans)
  • 1 cup cooked lentils (or ½ cup dried)
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 cup small pasta (e.g., ditalini or orzo)
  • 1 cup kale, shredded
  • 1 cup baby spinach
  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and zucchini; season lightly with salt and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in sweet potato and cook for another minute. Add garlic, oregano, thyme, and tomato paste; mix well.
  3. Incorporate diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cannellini beans (or chosen alternative), cooked lentils (or dried), and bay leaves. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes.
  4. Add small pasta and simmer for an additional 10 minutes until pasta is tender; add more broth if needed.
  5. Stir in kale and spinach until wilted—about one minute. Adjust seasoning with sea salt and black pepper.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with extra virgin olive oil and chopped parsley if desired.

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