Rustic Provençal Pistou Vegetable Soup

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Rustic Provençal Pistou Vegetable Soup warms up your table with a vegetarian masterpiece that showcases the essence of French cuisine. This hearty soup features a colorful array of fresh vegetables and beans, all enhanced by a fragrant basil pistou. Perfect for meal prep, it’s a nutritious option that’s dairy-free and ideal for cozy dinners. Serve it alongside crusty bread for a fulfilling meal that’s even better the next day!

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Overview

Experience the vibrant flavors of Provence with this Hearty Provençal Pistou Vegetable Soup. This dish combines a medley of fresh vegetables and beans with a fragrant basil pistou, offering a delightful taste of French cuisine. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this soup is even better the next day, making it an ideal make-ahead meal. Serve it with crusty bread and a glass of wine for a complete dining experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy

Cuisine

French

Serving Size: 10

Cooking Time: 90 minutes

Ingredients

• 3 Quarts (qt) vegetable broth
• 2 Cups water
• 2 Cups fresh green beans, sliced
• 4 Whole zucchini, diced
• 3 Whole carrots, sliced
• 4 Whole potatoes, diced
• 1 Bunch basil, torn
• 10 Cloves garlic, minced
• 3 Whole tomatoes, minced
• 0.5 Cups olive oil
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) salt, seasoned
• 1 15 Ounces (oz) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 15.5 Ounces (oz) can white beans, drained
• 1 14.5 Ounces (oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 8 Ounces (oz) package spaghetti, divided into 2-inch pieces
• 0.5 Cups Gruyere cheese, shredded
• 0.5 Cups Parmesan cheese, grated

Steps

1. In a large pot, bring the vegetable broth and water to a boil. Add the green beans, zucchini, carrots, and potatoes. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 45 minutes. This slow simmering allows the vegetables to release their flavors into the broth.
2. While the soup is simmering, prepare the pistou. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, and salt. Process until finely chopped and well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
3. After the vegetables have simmered, add the kidney beans, white beans, canned diced tomatoes, and broken spaghetti to the pot. Return to a simmer and cook until the spaghetti is tender, about 10 minutes.
4. Remove the soup from the heat and stir in the prepared pistou. This will infuse the soup with a fresh, aromatic flavor.
5. To serve, ladle the soup into bowls and sprinkle with shredded Gruyere and grated Parmesan cheese. The cheeses will melt slightly, adding a creamy texture and rich flavor to the soup.
6. Enjoy your Hearty Provençal Pistou Vegetable Soup with a side of crusty bread and a glass of wine for a complete and satisfying meal.

Enjoy your homemade Rustic Provençal Pistou Vegetable Soup!