Description
Minestrone Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) is a vibrant and comforting dish that brings together a delightful medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and tender pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. Packed with nutrients and rich flavors, it serves as a fulfilling meal that everyone will love. Enjoy the heartiness of this classic Italian soup, which allows for plenty of customization based on your favorite ingredients or what you have on hand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium carrots
- 2 small zucchinis
- 1/2 large onion
- 6 celery ribs
- 2 cloves garlic
- 28 oz canned diced tomatoes
- 32 oz vegetable broth
- 15 oz canned Great Northern beans
- 15 oz canned Kidney beans
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp dry basil
- 1/2 cup pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced zucchini, carrots, celery, and onion; sauté for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes along with Italian seasoning and dry basil until well combined.
- Pour in vegetable broth, then add pasta, Great Northern beans, and kidney beans. Allow to simmer for approximately 10 minutes.
- Mix in minced garlic and cook an additional 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize with your choice of vegetables or beans. For a thicker soup, reduce the amount of water added. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days or frozen for three months.