Olive Garden Minestrone Soup

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15
A hearty and comforting soup that is perfect for colder months
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Prep

45 min

Cook

90 min

Ready In

135 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup finely minced celery
1 cup finely minced onion
1 cup finely minced carrot
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup garbanzo beans
1/2 cup kidney bean
1/2 cup dried whole peas
1/2 cup white pea beans
3/4 cup sliced carrot
3/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
3/4 cup sliced celery
3/4 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 cup rice or 1/2 cup barley
1 cup shell macaroni
2 tablespoons minced parsley
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
pepper
parmesan cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
247
Sugar
7g
Fat
7g
Minestrone soup is a popular Italian soup that originated in the region of Liguria. It is traditionally made with a variety of vegetables, beans or barley, and sometimes pasta. Olive Garden Minestrone Soup is a delicious version of the classic soup that is popular in America. This soup is hearty, filling, and full of flavor. It is perfect for colder months when you need something to warm you up and keep you satisfied.

Instructions

1.In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.
2.Add finely minced celery, onion, and carrot to the pot and cook until they are soft and translucent.
3.Add garbanzo beans, kidney beans, dried whole peas, and white pea beans to the pot.
4.Pour in enough water to cover all the ingredients in the pot and bring it to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for about an hour.
5.Add sliced carrot, chopped onion, sliced celery, chopped bell pepper, rice or barley, shell macaroni, minced parsley, oregano, basil, soy sauce, and pepper to the pot. Cook until everything is tender, which should be around 30-45 minutes.
6.Ladle the soup into bowls, top it with freshly grated parmesan cheese, and serve hot.

PROS

Olive Garden Minestrone Soup is packed with healthy vegetables, beans, and whole grains, making it a great source of nutrients and fiber.

It is perfect for meal prep because it can be stored in the fridge for up to five days and freezes well.

CONS

The soup requires a good amount of prep work, and it takes some time to cook.

It also contains a fair amount of sodium because of the addition of soy sauce.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup contains a variety of vegetables, which provides a range of vitamins and minerals necessary for good health.
The beans and whole grains in the soup are excellent sources of fiber, which can help lower the risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. They also help keep the gut healthy by promoting the growth of good bacteria in the intestine.

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