Ingredients
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 small onion, chopped
2 tbsp zucchini, chopped
1/4 cup frozen cut green beans
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups vegetable broth
8 oz red kidney beans, drained
8 oz small white beans, drained
7 oz canned diced tomatoes
1/4 cup carrots, julienned
1 tbsp fresh parsley, minced
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/4 tsp. dried thyme
3/4 cups hot water
1 1/2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/3 cup small pasta shells
Preparation
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan or soup pot over medium heat and saute onion, celery, garlic, zucchini and green beans, about 5 minutes. The add vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, beans, carrot, hot water and spices. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat, allowing soup to simmer for about 20 minutes.
Add baby spinach leaves and pasta, cooking an additional 20 minutes, then serve.