Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Minestrone Soup (Olive Garden Copycat) Recipe, a delightful medley of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and pasta simmered in a rich tomato broth. Perfect for cozy dinners or quick lunches, this nutritious dish captures the essence of Italian cuisine right in your kitchen. With its vibrant flavors and satisfying texture, it’s an ideal choice for any occasion. Whether you’re feeding your family or hosting friends, this versatile soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
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 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp dry basil
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup small pasta (like ditalini)
Instructions
- Sauté the diced carrots, zucchinis, celery, and onions in olive oil over medium heat for about 10 minutes until softened.
- Stir in canned diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and dry basil.
- Add vegetable broth and both types of beans; bring to a simmer.
- Mix in pasta; cook for approximately 10 minutes until flavors meld.
- Add minced garlic; let simmer for another 10 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using homemade vegetable broth. Feel free to customize this recipe with seasonal vegetables or different beans like chickpeas for added variety. If the soup thickens too much, simply adjust with more vegetable broth or water.