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Olive Garden Vegetable Soup Recipe Easy Homemade Comfort

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Enjoy a delicious and hearty Olive Garden Vegetable Soup made with fresh vegetables and rich flavors. This vegetarian soup brings authentic Italian seasoning and colorful veggies together for a wholesome meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 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

Instructions

  1. Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat and add the onion, garlic, celery, and carrots. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until they soften and release their aroma.
  2. Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 5 to 10 minutes to blend the flavors well.
  3. Add the zucchini, green beans, and kidney beans, stirring everything together. Return to a simmer and cook for 20 to 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  4. Mix in Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Adjust the seasoning based on your taste preferences.
  5. Serve the soup ladled into bowls, topped optionally with Parmesan and fresh parsley, alongside 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

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