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Blue Zones Longevity Soup with Beans and Grains

Close-up of a rich, tomato-based longevity soup filled with lentils, greens, and topped with fresh parsley.
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Make this hearty, colorful soup inspired by Blue Zones minestrone. It is packed with beans, vegetables, and whole grains for a nutritious meal you can prepare ahead of time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 (15 ounce) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped seasonal greens (like kale or spinach)
  • 1/2 cup whole grain pasta or barley
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  5. Add the rinsed beans and the whole grain pasta or barley. Cook according to the pasta or barley package directions, usually 10 to 15 minutes, until tender.
  6. Stir in the chopped greens during the last 5 minutes of cooking until they wilt.
  7. Season the soup with salt and pepper to your taste.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • This soup freezes well. Cool completely before storing in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
  • For a richer flavor, use low sodium broth and adjust salt at the end.
  • You can substitute any pantry beans you have on hand for this recipe.

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Find it online: https://delishcraze.com/longevity-soup-blue-zones-minestrone-recipe/