Green Minestrone

4 servings

20 minutes

Green minestrone is a light and nutritious soup inspired by traditional Italian cuisine but with a modern green twist. Its base is a delicate vegetable broth infused with the aromas of onion, garlic, and celery that smoothly transitions into the freshness of kale. The addition of orzo gives the dish a tender texture, while lemon zest adds a refreshing citrus note. This soup is the perfect solution for those seeking a balance between healthy eating and rich flavor. It not only warms but also energizes, making it ideal for both a light lunch and a cozy dinner. Serve it with crispy toasts or grated parmesan to unveil new dimensions of taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 102.8
• Proteins: 4.7g
• Fats: 0.8g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Ingredients

• Onion: 1 head
• Olive oil: to taste
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Celery stalk: 2 stem
• Vegetable broth: 1 l
• Kale: 200 g
• Risoni: 50 g
• Lemon zest: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Sauté the onion in 1 tbsp of olive oil until soft, then add garlic and celery and sauté for 5 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head
   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Garlic: 1 clove
   • Celery stalk: 2 stems

2. Pour in the broth, add kale and pasta, and simmer for 7-8 minutes until the pasta is cooked. Serve topped with lemon zest.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable broth: 1 l
   • Kale: 200 g
   • Risoni: 50 g
   • Lemon zest: 1 tablespoon