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Pesto Lasagna Soup

Comforting Pesto Lasagna Soup Ready in Just 30 Minutes

This Pesto Lasagna Soup is a quick and delicious comfort food that combines the flavors of lasagna in a warm soup, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 6 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken is perfect
  • 8 pieces Lasagna Noodles Broken into smaller pieces or alternative pasta
  • 1 cup Pesto Homemade is great if time allows
  • 1 cup Ricotta Cheese
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can replace with nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Halved, can be omitted
  • 1 medium Zucchini Diced, can swap with other vegetables
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves For garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pesto Lasagna Soup
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 chopped onion, sauté for about 3-4 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  2. Pour in 6 cups of chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Stir to incorporate sautéed aromatics. Reduce heat to simmer.
  3. Add broken 8 lasagna noodles to the simmering broth. Cook about 8-10 minutes until al dente. Stir occasionally.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of shredded rotisserie chicken, 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes, and 1 diced zucchini. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Lower heat, and mix in 1 cup of basil pesto, 1 cup of ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Stir gently.
  6. Taste and season with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving. Customize with seasonal vegetables as desired.

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