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Longevity Soup

Delicious Longevity Soup: A Heartwarming Comfort Food Delight

Experience the nourishing benefits of Longevity Soup, a delightful blend of vegetables and legumes that warms the soul.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for richness and sautéing
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 celery stalks chopped
  • 1 zucchini chopped
  • 1 sweet potato diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 can canned diced tomatoes
  • 1 can canned cannellini beans
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 6 cups vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 2 bay leaves remove before serving
Texture & Nutrition
  • 1 cup pasta small shape
  • 2 cups kale chopped
  • 2 cups spinach
  • sea salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • extra virgin olive oil for drizzling
  • fresh parsley for garnish
  • grated Parmesan optional

Equipment

  • Dutch Oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large Dutch oven, warm 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add 1 diced onion, 2 sliced carrots, and 2 chopped celery stalks to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 diced sweet potato and cook for an additional minute, then add 3 minced garlic cloves.
  4. Mix in 1 teaspoon of dried oregano and thyme, followed by 2 tablespoons of tomato paste. Cook for another minute.
  5. Slowly add 6 cups of vegetable broth, 1 can of diced tomatoes, 1 can of cannellini beans, and 1 cup of cooked lentils.
  6. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
  7. Incorporate 1 cup of small pasta, cooking for about 10 minutes until al dente.
  8. Fold in 2 cups of chopped kale and spinach, cooking until wilted.
  9. Serve and garnish the soup with extra virgin olive oil, fresh parsley, and grated Parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 10gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor and nutrient profile. Adjust thickness with additional broth or water as needed.

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