Italian Minestrone
(by courtesy of Department of Dietetics, Queen Mary Hospital)
Ingredients (2servings, 100kcal)
Carrot 1pc
Onion 1/2pc
Celery 1bunch
Tomato 1pc
Seasonings
Salt 1/2tsp
Corn oil 1/2tsp
Black pepper 1pinch
Parsley 1pinch
Methods:
- Rinse, peel and dice all vegetables.
- Stir-fry the onion in oil until golden brown, gradually add in carrot, celery and tomato.
- Slowly pour 1-2 cups of water to the pot. Simmer under low heat for 3-5 minutes.
- Season with ground black pepper and salt. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Nutrition Tips
This simple and easy recipe make use of vegetables of different colors. It not only provides dietary fiber but also contains a wide range of antioxidants, which can help reduce the risk pf cardiovascular diseases. Replacing salt and high-sodium condiments with black pepper and herbs can lower the sodium content of the soup and help reduce the risk of hypertension.
