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Olive Garden Copycat Minestrone Soup {Slow Cooker}

Olive Garden Copycat Minestrone Soup {Slow Cooker} is a delightful and wholesome dish that brings the essence of Italy straight to your home. This hearty, veggie-packed soup is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings with family and friends. Bursting with vibrant vegetables, protein-rich beans, and tender pasta, each bowl offers a nutritious experience that warms the soul. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a comforting dinner option, this minestrone soup is sure to please everyone at the table.

  • Total Time: 42 minute
  • Yield: Serves 6–8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup diced celery (3 stalks)
  • 1 cup diced carrots (2 carrots)
  • 1 cup diced yellow onion (1 small)
  • 2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley (or 2 tsp dried)
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 3/4 tsp dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 1/3 cups diced zucchini (1 small)
  • 1 1/3 cups shell pasta
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz) can white navy beans or cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can Italian green beans, drained
  • 2 cups packed chopped fresh spinach

Instructions

  1. In your slow cooker, combine vegetable stock, water, diced tomatoes, celery, carrots, onion, and seasonings. Stir well.
  2. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  3. In the last hour of cooking on high heat, add zucchini, shell pasta, minced garlic, kidney beans, and white beans.
  4. Stir in chopped spinach during the final minutes until heated through.
  5. Serve warm topped with shredded Romano cheese if desired.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 345mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding seasonal vegetables based on your preference. To adjust thickness, add more vegetable broth or water as needed. For a vegan version, simply omit cheese toppings.

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