Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Minestrone Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) Recipe, brimming with vibrant vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth. This vegetarian delight is perfect for a cozy family dinner or meal prep for the week ahead. With its quick preparation time of under an hour, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights. The blend of aromatic Italian seasonings elevates every bowl, making it a satisfying and nutritious option that everyone will love. Enjoy this nourishing soup on its own or pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots (diced)
- 2 small zucchinis (diced)
- 1/2 large onion (diced)
- 6 celery stalks (diced)
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 15 oz canned Great Northern beans (drained)
- 15 oz canned Kidney beans (drained)
- 1/2 cup small pasta (like ditalini or elbow macaroni)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp dry basil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced carrots, zucchini, celery, and onion. Sauté for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices along with Italian seasoning and dry basil.
- Add vegetable broth, Great Northern beans, Kidney beans, and pasta. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in minced garlic and let simmer for another 10 minutes until all ingredients are tender.
- Serve warm in bowls and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding seasonal vegetables like spinach or bell peppers. For a thicker soup, reduce water; for a thinner consistency, add more broth or water as needed.