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Olive Garden Inspired Vegetable Soup Recipe

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A delicious and hearty vegetable soup inspired by Olive Garden, packed with fresh vegetables and rich Italian flavors. This comforting soup combines sautéed vegetables, tomatoes, beans, and Italian seasoning to create a nutritious and filling meal, perfect as a light dinner or starter.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Aromatics

  • 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

Canned Goods

  • 1 14.5 oz Can diced tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz Can tomato paste
  • 1 cup Canned kidney beans or beans of your choice, drained and rinsed

Liquids and Seasoning

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth
  • 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

Garnish (Optional)

  • Parmesan cheese
  • Chopped parsley

Instructions

  1. Sauté Aromatics: 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 Tomatoes and Broth: 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. Add Remaining Vegetables and Beans: 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 and Garnish: 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

  • Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
  • This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan cheese.

Keywords: Olive Garden vegetable soup, hearty vegetable soup, Italian soup recipe, vegetarian soup, healthy vegetable soup

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