Halal Hearty Vegetable Minestrone Soup (Italian Style)

• 1 onion, 2 carrots, 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 zucchini, 1 cup green beans, chopped
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 oz) can white beans or kidney beans
• ½ cup small pasta (ditalini)
• 6 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp olive oil, Italian herbs, garlic, fresh parsley

1. 1Sauté onion, carrot, celery in oil. Add garlic and herbs.
2. 2Stir in tomatoes, broth, and beans; simmer 15 min.
3. 3Add zucchini, green beans, and pasta; cook until pasta is tender.
4. 4Garnish with parsley and serve with grated Parmesan (optional).
5. 5*Nutritional Value (per serving): ~230 calories, 9g protein, 38g carbs, 6g fat, 8g fiber.

Nutrition values are estimates.