Description
Indulge in a warm bowl of Irresistibly Cozy Olive Garden Vegetable Soup You Can Make at Home, a comforting symphony of fresh vegetables, hearty beans, and rich flavors. This delightful soup is perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings, delivering not just taste but also a nourishing experience. Made with wholesome ingredients, it’s quick to prepare and customizable with your favorite seasonal veggies. Whether you’re enjoying it on its own or paired with crusty bread, this soup is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup diced yellow onion
- 1/2 cup sliced celery
- 1/2 cup peeled and quartered carrots
- 1 zucchini, quartered and sliced
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 15 ounces canned small white beans (drained and rinsed)
- 15 ounces canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup frozen cut green beans
- 1/2 cup small shell pasta
- 2 cups baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by washing thoroughly and chopping them into appropriate sizes.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté the onions, celery, carrots, zucchini, and garlic for about 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with juices) and vegetable broth to the pot; bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally.
- Once boiling, incorporate the white beans, kidney beans, frozen green beans, and pasta. Reduce heat and let simmer for about 10 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in spinach until wilted; season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
