Description
Looking for a cozy, veggie-packed dish that’s easy to whip up and full of nutrition? This Olive Garden Minestrone Soup hits all the marks. It’s loaded with fiber-rich beans, garden vegetables, and a herby tomato broth that simmers into something truly soul-soothing. Whether you’re in need of a quick lunch, an easy dinner recipe, or a meatless Monday idea, this hearty soup is a flavorful winner. It’s one of those perfect comfort food ideas that checks the box for healthy snacks, weeknight dinners, and satisfying meal prep.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium carrots, sliced
1 medium zucchini, diced
1 cup green beans, chopped
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
1 can (15 oz) cannellini beans, drained
3/4 cup ditalini pasta
2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion, celery, and carrots. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2. Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add zucchini and green beans. Stir in diced tomatoes (with juices), vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to a simmer. Add kidney beans, cannellini beans, and pasta.
5. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, until pasta is al dente and veggies are tender.
6. Stir in chopped spinach or kale in the last few minutes until wilted.
7. Serve hot with crusty bread or parmesan if desired.
Notes
For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pasta or rice.
This soup tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soups
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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