How to Make Healthy Minestrone Soup

Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 Onion, diced
• 2 Medium carrots, chopped
• 2 Celery ribs, thinly sliced
• 4 Cloves garlic, crushed with a garlic press
• 1 Can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 Cups white beans or kidney beans, cooked, drained, and rinsed
• 1 Cup chopped green beans
• 4 Cups vegetable broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 1 Teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 Teaspoon dried thyme
• 3/4 Cup small pasta (elbows, shells, or orecchiette)
• 1/2 Cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 Teaspoon salt (more to taste)
• Freshly ground black pepper
• Freshly grated Parmesan cheese, for garnishing (optional)