Light and Lovely Minestrone - alive magazine

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp (15 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion, peeled and minced
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
• 6 cups (1.5 L) low-sodium chicken or veggie stock
• 3/4 cup (180 mL) dry white wine
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) quinoa, well rinsed
• 1 1/2 cups (350 mL) green beans, trimmed and cut into 1 in (2.5 cm) lengths
• 2 cups (500 mL) canned white beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 large carrots, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) frozen petite peas
• 2 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 3 Tbsp (45 mL) chopped fresh basil
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• Parmesan cheese, for garnish