Maltese Vegetable Soup (minestra)
Maltese Vegetable Soup, also known as Minestra, is a traditional dish from the Mediterranean island of Malta. This hearty and nutritious soup is packed with a variety of vegetables and is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 potatoes, cubed
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 cabbage, shredded
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup small pasta (such as ditalini)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion until translucent.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, zucchini, and cabbage to the pot.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and let the soup simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add the pasta and cook for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 45 minutes
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 5g
- Fat
- 3g
Supplies
Large pot Wooden spoon Knife Cutting board Ladle
Tools
Soup bowls Soup ladle
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Maltese Vegetable Soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Feel free to customize the vegetables in the soup based on your preferences and seasonal availability.
Cost
$10