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Olive Garden Minestrone

Olive Garden Minestrone

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Indulge in a bowl of Olive Garden Minestrone, a delightful and hearty Italian soup that combines an array of fresh vegetables and nutritious beans simmered in rich vegetable broth. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite seasonal ingredients or proteins. Perfect for family dinners, it’s a comforting dish that warms the soul on chilly days and makes excellent leftovers for meal prep. Whether paired with crusty bread or a fresh salad, this minestrone is sure to please everyone at the table.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chopped green beans
  • 1 cup diced zucchini
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans
  • 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans
  • 1 cup small pasta (elbow macaroni or ditalini)
  • 6 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and celery until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Pour in vegetable broth and diced tomatoes; stir to combine.
  4. Add kidney beans, cannellini beans, pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Stir in green beans and zucchini; simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed before serving hot.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg