Barilla Orzo Minestrone Pasta
Barilla Orzo Minestrone Pasta
Rich and heartwarming vegan minestrone pasta with tomatoes, beans, peas and zucchini
1 hours 30 minutes total
- Basil
- Beginner
- Carrots
- Classic Blue Box
- Mini and Soup
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Vegetarian Recipes
- Veggies
- Winter and Soup Recipes
- Zucchini
Translating to 'a thick vegetable soup', this vegan take on the classic Italian minestrone recipe swaps meat broth for water, pairing the typical ingredients of carrots, onion, beans, and tomato with premium al dente Barilla Orzo pasta for a hearty, comforting soup.
Best served with Ruffino Orvieto Classico
Taste profile: Yellow berries, fresh pastry, citrus with spice and golden raisin notes.
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Ingredients
Serves 8
1/2 box | Barilla Orzo pasta |
2 | celery stalks, diced 1/inch |
2 | carrots, diced 1/inch |
1 | small yellow onion, diced ½ inch |
5 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil, divided |
3 cups | cauliflower florets |
3 cups | savoy cabbage, shredded |
To taste | salt and black pepper |
3 | plum tomatoes, diced |
1 can | cranberry beans, drained |
1 1/2 cup | spring peas |
1 | zucchini, diced |
6 | basil leaves, torn |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
In a pot, sauté celery, carrots, and onion with 1/2 of the olive oil for 3 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in cauliflower and cabbage and add 3.5 liters water to the pot. Season with salt and pepper and bring to boil. Cook for 30 minutes.
Step 3
Stir in tomatoes, beans, peas, zucchini and Barilla Orzo pasta. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 4 minutes.
Step 4
Turn heat off and let rest for 20 minutes, stirring every other 3-4 minutes.
Step 5
Fold in basil, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil before serving.

Orzo
Orzo is a small, rice-like pasta that adds Mediterranean flair to any dish. Its versatility shines in soups and salads, making it a go-to option for Canadian cooks looking to infuse their meals with a touch of premium, Mediterranean charm.
- Shape Mini and Soup
- Cook time 9 mins
- Pack size 340 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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