Detox Recipes

Minestrone Soup
Serves 6 - 8

Ingredients:
2 cups diced potatoes
2 chopped tomatoes
2 cups chopped celery
1 cup sliced pumpkin or carrot
1 cup sliced zucchini
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup cold pressed extra virgin Olive oil
1 to 1-1/2 cups cooked kidney beans
2 tsp salt-free seasoning
12 cups cold water or vege stock
100gm wholemeal macaroni
1/2 cup chopped parsley or chives for garnish
Parsley Sauce
1 cup fresh parsley
1-1/2 tbsp dried basil
1/2 tsp salt-free vege seasoning
2 tsp crushed garlic
2 tbsp pine nuts

Method:

1. Dice the potatoes and chop the rest of the vegetables.
2. Heat saucepan, add half the oil and the vegetables, beans, seasoning and water.
3. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer 40 minutes. Alternatively, pressure cook 15 minutes.
4. Combine all ingredients for sauce and blend until smooth. Set aside.
5. Add the macaroni and cook till tender (about 10 minutes). Stir in sauce, remaining oil, and serve with garnish.