Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Longevity Soup
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat until shimmering.
- Sauté the diced onion, sliced carrots, chopped celery, and diced zucchini with a pinch of salt until tender and slightly translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the diced sweet potato and minced garlic, sautéing for an additional minute until garlic is fragrant.
- Stir in dried oregano, thyme, and tomato paste until well combined.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add diced tomatoes, drained cannellini beans, and cooked lentils, stirring to combine.
- Add bay leaves, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Stir in the small pasta and cook for an additional 10 minutes until al dente, adding more broth if needed.
- Incorporate chopped kale and baby spinach, cooking until the greens are wilted, about 1 minute.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper, remove bay leaves, and serve garnished with olive oil and parsley.
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Notes
Letting the soup sit overnight enhances flavor. Avoid adding pasta or greens before freezing. Use pre-chopped vegetables to save time.
