Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Olive Garden Minestrone, a vibrant and nourishing soup that combines an array of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, providing comfort and satisfaction in every bite. With its customizable nature, you can easily incorporate your favorite seasonal produce or proteins to match your personal taste. Not only is this soup rich in flavor, but it’s also packed with essential nutrients, making it a wholesome choice for the whole family. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or pair it with crusty bread for a delightful meal experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup small pasta such as elbow macaroni or ditalini
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions, sliced carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and undrained diced tomatoes; stir to combine.
- Add kidney beans, cannellini beans, small pasta, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in green beans and zucchini; simmer for another 5 minutes to maintain the texture of vegetables.
- Adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg