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Olive Garden Vegetable Soup Brings Homestyle Italian Flavor to Your Table with Wholesome, Hearty Comfort

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A hearty, healthy Italian-style vegetable soup with beans, zucchini, carrots, green beans, and a flavorful tomato broth—Olive Garden-inspired and perfect for cozy meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 yellow onion, diced

  • 2 carrots, diced

  • 2 celery stalks, diced

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 1 bay leaf

  • 6 cups vegetable broth

  • 1 zucchini, diced

  • 1 cup chopped green beans

  • 1 (15 oz) can cannellini beans, drained

  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 cup cooked small pasta (optional)

  • 2 cups baby spinach or kale (optional)

  • Chopped parsley or Parmesan for garnish

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion, carrot, and celery in olive oil for 5–7 minutes. Add garlic and tomato paste.

  2. Stir in diced tomatoes, seasoning, and bay leaf. Simmer 2–3 minutes.

  3. Add broth, zucchini, green beans, and beans. Simmer 20–25 minutes.

  4. Stir in pasta and greens if using. Simmer 5 more minutes.

  5. Taste, adjust seasoning, and serve with garnish.

Notes

Omit pasta for lower carbs. Use gluten-free options if needed. Add red pepper flakes for spice.