Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 yellow onion
– 4 cloves garlic
– 2 carrots
– 0.5 pound zucchini (about 225 grams)
– one 15-ounce (425 grams) can of diced tomatoes
– one 15-ounce (425 grams) can of tomato sauce
– 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning blend
– 4 cups (approximately 1 liter) vegetable broth
– 8 ounces (about 225 grams) lasagna noodles
– 0.25 pound (115 grams) frozen spinach
– 15 ounces (425 grams) ricotta cheese
– 1 cup (about 113 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
– 0.25 cup (about 25 grams) grated Parmesan cheese
– 0.125 teaspoon salt
– freshly cracked pepper to taste
Instructions
1-Getting started with this recipe is straightforward and fun, beginning with prepping your veggies for a flavorful base. Dice the onion and mince the garlic, then sautΓ© them in olive oil until they turn soft and aromatic, which takes just a few minutes. Next, add sliced carrots and zucchini quarters, cooking them briefly to bring out their natural sweetness.
2-Once the veggies are ready, stir in the diced tomatoes with their juices, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, and vegetable broth, then bring the mixture to a boil for that rich broth to develop. Break the lasagna noodles into 1-inch pieces and add them to the boiling soup, letting them cook for 10-12 minutes until tender. In a separate bowl, mix the ricotta, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan, salt, and pepper to create a creamy cheese blend.
3-Finally, add the frozen spinach to the soup and stir until itβs thawed and well incorporated. Serve by placing a dollop of the cheese mixture in each bowl, ladle the hot soup over it, and top with the remaining mozzarella for a gooey finish. This method ensures a comforting meal thatβs ready in about 45 minutes total.
Last Step:
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Use fresh Italian seasoning or substitute with oregano and basil for the best flavor.
π§ Mix cheeses thoroughly to ensure a creamy, balanced blend.
β° Cook the noodles just until tender to avoid mushiness in the soup.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering and sautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
