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Olive Garden Vegetable Soup Recipe

Olive Garden Vegetable Soup Recipe
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A hearty and healthy Olive Garden-inspired vegetable soup loaded with fresh vegetables and flavorful herbs simmered in a rich tomato broth. This comforting vegetarian soup is perfect as a light meal or appetizer, and can be easily customized to your taste.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 sticks Celery, chopped
  • 1 medium Zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup Green beans, chopped

Tomato Base

  • 1 14.5 oz Can diced tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz Can tomato paste
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth

Beans and Seasoning

  • 1 cup Canned kidney beans or beans of your choice, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper or to taste
  • Optional: Red pepper flakes to taste

Optional Garnish

  • Parmesan cheese
  • Chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Sauté Vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, celery, and carrots. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
  2. Add Tomato Base: Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, and let it cook for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  3. Cook Vegetables: Add the chopped zucchini, green beans, and beans to the pot. Stir to combine, and bring the soup back to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Season the Soup: Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls. Garnish with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve with breadsticks or crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • This soup is vegetarian and can be made vegan by omitting the Parmesan cheese garnish.
  • Use fresh herbs if available for enhanced flavor.
  • Adjust the seasoning and spice level according to your preference, especially with red pepper flakes.
  • Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stove.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or bell peppers to customize this soup.

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Keywords: Olive Garden vegetable soup, healthy vegetable soup, Italian vegetable soup, vegetarian soup, tomato vegetable soup, easy soup recipe

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