30-60 mins
Make-Ahead
Over 1 hour
Quick & Easy
Under 15 mins
Under 30 mins
Copycat Olive Garden Minestrone Soup
A hearty and flavorful vegetable soup inspired by the classic Olive Garden Minestrone. This version uses readily available ingredients and is perfect for a weeknight meal.
Total Time
60
Yield
6
Calories
220 cal
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Italian
(0 reviews)
What You'll Need
Equipment:
Large pot or Dutch oven, Cutting board, Knife, Measuring cups and spoons •
Shop these items →
Instructions
Heat Olive Oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add Diced Onion, Diced Carrots, and Diced Celery to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Garlic-minced and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
Stir in Diced Tomatoes-undrained, Kidney Beans-drained and rinsed, Cannellini Beans-drained and rinsed, Chopped Green Beans, and Frozen Peas.
Pour in Vegetable Broth and add Dried Oregano, Dried Basil, and Red Pepper Flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
Add Small Pasta-such as ditalini and continue to simmer until pasta is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
Season with Salt and Black Pepper to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with Fresh Parsley-chopped and Grated Parmesan Cheese.
