Description
Warm up with a bowl of our Minestrone Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) Recipe, a delightful blend of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta simmered in a flavorful tomato broth. This comforting soup is perfect for cozy dinners or meal prep, offering a nutritious option that can be prepared in under an hour. Packed with vitamins and fiber, it caters to both taste and health, making it a family favorite. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or pasta shapes for a personalized touch. Whether you’re serving it as a main dish or alongside crusty bread and a fresh salad, this minestrone soup is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 2 medium carrots (diced into small cubes)
- 2 small zucchinis (diced into small cubes)
- 1/2 large onion (diced into small cubes)
- 6 celery stalks (diced into small cubes)
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 2 cups water
- 15 oz canned Great Northern beans (drained)
- 15 oz canned Kidney beans (drained)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp dry basil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup pasta (small shapes like ditalini or elbow macaroni recommended)
Instructions
- Preheat a large pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté diced carrots, zucchini, celery, and onion for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in canned tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and dry basil.
- Pour in vegetable broth and add both types of beans along with the pasta; bring to a simmer.
- Add minced garlic and let simmer for another 10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg