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Transform your meal prep game and set yourself up for a healthy week! Watch our video to discover how one recipe can create endless weekday meals. Make it over the weekend to make managing chronic illness easier and take one less thing off your plate.
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Quick and Easy Meal Prep Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 12 ounces fresh green beans, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 cups no-salt-added chicken broth or low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 (15 ounce) cans low-sodium cannellini or other white beans, rinsed
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 2 medium zucchini, chopped
- 4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
- 2 teaspoons red-wine vinegar
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper
- 8 teaspoons prepared pesto
Directions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, green beans and garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, until the vegetables begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
- Add broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes more.
- Add white beans, kale, zucchini, tomatoes, vinegar, salt and pepper. Increase heat to return to a simmer; cook until the zucchini and kale have softened, about 10 minutes.
- Top each serving of soup with 1 teaspoon pesto.
Vegetable soup is a versatile, nutrient-packed dish that's perfect for any meal. Packed with a variety of fresh vegetables and flavorful herbs, this soup offers a hearty and wholesome option that supports your health and wellness.
Whether you're looking for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner, vegetable soup is a quick and easy recipe to prepare. Customize your soup with your favorite seasonal veggies and enjoy a meal that's both delicious and beneficial for managing your chronic illness.
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