Sachiko's Soup Recipes for Microwave Cooking: Minestrone

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Minestrone

A soup, rich with vegetable protein!

[4 Servings] Cooking time: 30 minutes

1 cup canned garbanzo beans
1 cup canned kidney beans
1 cup fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch lengths
1 cup tomato, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
4 cups boiling water
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon granules or 2 cubs, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

< Garnish >
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, finely chopped

Image of pouring hot water over beans and tomatoes 1. Combine the garbanzo beans, kidney beans, green beans, tomatoes and hot water in a microwave-safe bowl (3 quart).

2. Add the chicken bouillon, salt and pepper. Cover with a vented microwave lid.*

3. Cook on HIGH (1200W) for 11 - 12 minutes. After the broth boils, reduce the power to LOW (30%) and cook for 9 - 10 minutes or until the green beans become tender.

4. Divide into 4 serving bowls and sprinkle with oregano.

* When using plastic wrap as a cover, poke a hole in the center to release the steam.

For how long you should cook with your microwave oven, see Cooking Time vs Wattage Conversion.
For more tips of using Microwave Oven, see Sachiko's Guideline to Microwave Cooking.

Nutrition Facts
One serving contains:
Calories	Total Fat	Saturated Fat	Cholesterol	Sodium	Carbohydrate	Dietary Fiber	Protein
216	2.2g	0.3g	0mg	549mg	36.2g	13.0g	12.5g