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One-Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup with Potatoes & Beans

This vegan take on classic minestrone combines potatoes, beans, pasta, and plenty of vegetables in a flavorful broth enhanced with miso. A complete one-pot meal that's both nutritious and satisfying.
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Updated on Thu, 02 Jan 2025 02:51:17 GMT
A hearty vegetable soup with a variety of diced vegetables, pasta, and herbs in a rich broth, served in a white bowl on a wooden surface.
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What Makes This Soup So Special

Let me share my favorite vegan minestrone recipe that's become a staple in my kitchen. This isn't just any soup - it's a big pot of comfort filled with fresh vegetables tender beans and perfect little pasta pieces. I discovered that miso adds this amazing savory depth that makes you forget all about parmesan. Every time I make it my kitchen fills with the most incredible aroma of garlic rosemary and herbs.

The Perfect Mix of Ingredients

You know what makes this soup so wonderful? It's that beautiful combination of golden Yukon potatoes fire-roasted tomatoes (trust me on these!) and all those fresh vegetables. I love how the green beans add a pop of color the zucchini stays tender and that fennel brings such an interesting flavor. Every spoonful gives you something different to love.

Make It Your Own Way

Here's what I love about this recipe - it's more like a helpful guide than strict rules. Some days I'll use whatever beans I have in my pantry other times I'll clean out my vegetable drawer and toss it all in. The soup always turns out delicious because it's so forgiving. It's like having a dependable friend in the kitchen who's always there to help you make something wonderful.

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The Magic of Miso

Let me tell you about my favorite discovery with this soup. Instead of trying to replicate parmesan I started using light miso and wow what a game changer! Here's my little trick: I dissolve it in hot broth right at the end and stir it through. It adds this incredible savory richness that makes the whole pot sing.

Little Things That Matter

I've learned some secrets making this soup over and over. Don't rush those vegetables at the start let them get soft and sweet. When you're cooking the garlic and herbs give them time to release all their flavors. And please use fire-roasted tomatoes they make such a difference in the final taste.

One Pot Wonder

This is truly a one-pot dream! Everything goes into the same pot from those first sautéed vegetables to the final simmer with the pasta. Less cleanup means more time to enjoy your meal. Plus watching all those ingredients come together into something so delicious feels like kitchen magic.

Better The Next Day

You want to know something wonderful about this soup? It tastes even better after sitting overnight! All those flavors get a chance to really mingle and develop. I often make a big pot knowing I'll have the most amazing lunches for days. Just pop your leftovers in the fridge they'll stay perfect for about four days. Sometimes I'll even freeze portions for those nights when I need comfort food fast.

Sunday Soup Success

Here's my weekend ritual: I make a huge pot of this minestrone on Sunday afternoon. The whole house smells amazing and I've got lunch sorted for the week ahead. I like to pack it up in individual containers with some crusty bread on the side. It makes busy weekday lunches feel special and nurturing.

Why This Recipe Works

There's something so satisfying about this soup. Maybe it's how you can customize it with whatever vegetables are in season or how it helps reduce food waste by using up those last bits in your produce drawer. Plus it's just so wholesome and filling without being heavy. Every time I serve it people ask for the recipe.

Pure Comfort In A Bowl

Let me tell you why this soup feels like a warm hug. Those tender potatoes the perfectly cooked pasta and beans they all come together to create something so satisfying. I love watching people's faces when they take that first spoonful. Even my friends who aren't vegan can't believe how rich and flavorful it is.

Good For You Too

You know what makes me happy about serving this soup? It's packed with goodness! Those beans give you protein and fiber the whole wheat pasta adds wholesome energy and all those vegetables bring their own special nutrients. Plus that miso we add? It's full of good-for-you probiotics. It's like wellness in a bowl but all you taste is comfort.

Keeping It Fresh

Here's how I handle leftovers: store them in a good container in the fridge they'll stay delicious for about four days. If you want to freeze some portions (which I often do) they'll keep for three months. When you're ready to enjoy it again just warm it gently on the stove. Sometimes I add a splash of broth if it's thickened up.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ Why add miso at the end?
Adding miso at the end preserves its probiotic benefits and umami flavor. Dissolving it in hot stock first prevents clumping in the soup.
→ Can I adjust the vegetables?
Yes, minestrone is very adaptable. You can use whatever seasonal vegetables you have available, keeping the basic aromatics as a base.
→ Why cook the pasta in the soup?
Cooking pasta in the soup adds starch that helps thicken the broth naturally. Note that pasta will continue to absorb liquid as it sits.
→ How do I store leftovers?
Store in the refrigerator. The pasta and potatoes will absorb more liquid, so you may need to add more broth when reheating.
→ What type of pasta works best?
Small pasta shapes like ditalini, small shells, or small macaroni work best as they're easy to eat in soup and cook quickly.

One-Pot Vegan Minestrone Soup with Potatoes & Beans

A hearty vegan minestrone soup packed with vegetables, beans, and pasta, enhanced with miso for extra depth of flavor. Made in one pot for easy cleanup.

Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
75 Minutes
By: Meryem

Category: Soups & Stews

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: Italian

Yield: 10 Servings (1 large pot)

Dietary: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 3 tablespoons olive oil
02 1 medium yellow onion, small dice
03 2 medium carrots, small dice
04 2 sticks celery, small dice
05 1 small fennel bulb, cored and diced small
06 5 cloves garlic, minced
07 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, minced
08 1 teaspoon dried oregano
09 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
11 1/4 cup tomato paste
12 2 medium Yukon gold potatoes, chopped
13 1/2 small green cabbage, chopped
14 3 cups cooked beans, drained and rinsed
15 1 28-oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
16 8 cups vegetable stock
17 1 medium zucchini, chopped
18 1 cup chopped green beans
19 1 1/2 cups dry small pasta
20 1 tablespoon light miso
21 1 cup parsley leaves, chopped

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oil and cook onions until soft. Add carrots, celery, fennel and cook until softened. Add garlic and spices.

Step 02

Cook tomato paste, add potatoes, cabbage, beans, tomatoes and stock. Bring to boil then simmer 12 minutes.

Step 03

Add zucchini, green beans and pasta. Cook until pasta is tender, about 12 minutes.

Step 04

Dissolve miso in hot broth and add back to soup. Stir in parsley and adjust seasoning.

Notes

  1. Can use any seasonal vegetables
  2. Pasta will absorb liquid as it sits
  3. Add miso at end to preserve benefits

Tools You'll Need

  • Large heavy pot

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • wheat
  • soy

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 300
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 45 g
  • Protein: 12 g