Minestra ta' l-Armla (Widow's Vegetable Soup)
Widow's Vegetable Soup, known as Minestra ta' l-Armla in Maltese cuisine, is a hearty and nutritious soup that is perfect for a comforting meal. This traditional Maltese recipe is packed with a variety of vegetables and is easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, sauté the onion until it becomes translucent.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, zucchini, and green beans to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve hot.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 40 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 Spoon Knife Cutting board
Tools
Soup ladle Serving bowls Soup spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Widow's Vegetable Soup with crusty bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
You can customize this soup by adding other vegetables such as cabbage, celery, or bell peppers.
Cost
$10