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Minestrone Soup in a Jar

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These Grab and Go Vegetarian Minestrone Soup Jars are a quick, healthy, high-protein meal prep option, loaded with veggies, pasta, and beans—all pre-portioned and ready to heat in under 6 minutes.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 jars
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Meal Prep / Microwave
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil

2 carrots, finely diced

2 stalks celery, finely diced

1 small yellow onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup tomato paste

1 tsp Italian seasoning

1/2 tsp salt

1 can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup dry mini pasta shells or macaroni

2 vegetable bouillon cubes, halved

2 cups baby spinach, chopped

4 (1L) mason jars

Instructions

  1. Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water for 10 minutes until al dente. Drain and toss with a little olive oil. Set aside.
  2. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery, and onion; sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened.
  3. Add tomato paste, garlic, Italian seasoning, and salt. Cook another 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  4. Evenly divide the sautéed veggie mixture among 4 (1L) mason jars.
  5. Layer kidney beans, cooked pasta, spinach, and half a bouillon cube into each jar.
  6. Seal jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
  7. When ready to eat, fill the jar with boiling water to the top of the spinach. Microwave 1–2 minutes if needed for extra heat. Let sit for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Only use gluten-free chickpea or lentil pasta for microwave success.
  • Use heat-proof mason jars to avoid cracking.
  • You can add extra veggies or plant-based protein to boost nutrition.
  • Freeze fully prepared soup (after adding water and cooking) for up to 3 months in freezer-safe containers.

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