Zucchini - A Simple Guide - ONIE Minestrone (English)

Add grated zucchini to sauces & baked goods for extra fiber, vitamins & minerals.

• 1 (32 oz) carton vegetable broth • 1 (28 oz) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained & rinsed • 1 large onion, chopped • 4 ribs celery, diced • 2 large carrots, diced • 1 (12 oz) bag frozen cut green beans • 1 medium zucchini, diced • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 2 Tbsp Italian seasoning • 1 tsp black pepper • 2 cups whole-wheat penne pasta • 1 (12 oz) bag frozen spinach • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Nutrition Facts

8 servings per recipe Serving size

(549g)

340

Amount per serving

Calories

% Daily Value* Total Fat 4g Saturated Fat 1g

5% 5%

Trans Fat 0g Cholesterol 0mg Sodium 590mg Total Carbohydrate 67g Dietary Fiber 14g Total Sugars 9g Includes 0g Added Sugars

0% 26% 24% 50% 0%

Protein 17g Vitamin D 0mcg

0%

Calcium 178mg

15%

Iron 5mg

30%

Potassium 1087mg

25%

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

1. In a slow cooker, combine broth, tomatoes, beans, onion, celery, carrots, green beans, zucchini, garlic, Italian seasoning & pepper. Cook on high 4 hours, or until carrots are fork-tender. Thirty minutes prior to being done, add pasta & spinach.

2. Top with parmesan cheese & serve.

Serve with a side of fruit for a complete MyPlate meal!

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