Minestrone with ditalini and cannellini beans
A big pot of vegetables, beans and tiny pasta tubes simmered in tomato broth. Better the next day.
- Time50 mins
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £1.73 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Warm the oil in a large pan. Cook the onion, carrots and celery for 10 minutes until soft.
10 min - 2
Stir in the garlic and oregano for 1 minute, then add the tomatoes and stock.
- 3
Simmer for 15 minutes.
15 min - 4
Add the courgette, beans and ditalini and cook for 8 minutes.
8 min - 5
Add the cabbage and cook for 3 minutes until just tender.
3 min - 6
Season well and ladle into bowls.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.