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Yesica Andrews

Olive Garden Vegetable Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Version

This Olive Garden Vegetable Soup is a comforting and flavorful vegetarian soup loaded with fresh vegetables and Italian seasonings. Perfect for a cozy meal, this easy homemade version brings the restaurant favorite right to your kitchen with wholesome ingredients and rich taste.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 2 medium Carrots, peeled and chopped
  • 2 sticks Celery, chopped
  • 1 14.5 oz Can diced tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz Can tomato paste
  • 4 cups Vegetable broth
  • 1 medium Zucchini, chopped
  • 1 cup Green beans, chopped
  • 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 for garnish: Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley

Method
 

  1. Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook while stirring occasionally until the veggies are tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  2. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth, then bring everything to a gentle simmer and let it meld for 5 to 10 minutes.
  3. Add the zucchini, green beans, and beans into the pot, mix well, and simmer uncovered for 20 to 30 minutes until all the vegetables are soft.
  4. Season the soup with Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using; taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve the soup hot, topped with Parmesan and parsley if you like, and pair it with crusty bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • You can swap or add any vegetables based on what you have handy. This soup keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days, making it great for leftovers. For a vegan option, simply skip the Parmesan cheese.