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Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

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Indulge in a warm bowl of Olive Garden Minestrone Soup, a delightful copycat recipe that brings the heart of Italy right to your kitchen. This comforting dish is brimming with vibrant vegetables and hearty beans, all simmered in a rich tomato broth. Ideal for family dinners or meal prep, this nutritious soup is a satisfying option that warms both the body and soul.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 carrots (sliced)
  • 4 ribs celery (sliced)
  • 1 onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 zucchini (diced)
  • 16 ounces canned diced tomatoes
  • 64 ounces vegetable broth (divided)
  • 16 ounces cannellini beans (rinsed and drained)
  • 16 ounces red kidney beans (rinsed and drained)
  • ½ cup tiny shell pasta
  • 2 cups fresh spinach
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large stock pot over medium heat, sauté the olive oil, carrots, celery, and onion until softened.
  2. Add minced garlic and zucchini; cook for an additional five minutes.
  3. Stir in salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, canned tomatoes, green beans, and tomato paste. Mix well and add half of the vegetable broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer for about ten minutes.
  4. Add rinsed cannellini beans, red kidney beans, and tiny shell pasta; cook until pasta is tender (10-15 minutes).
  5. Pour in remaining vegetable broth and stir in fresh spinach until wilted. Garnish with parsley before serving.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg