Olive Garden Copycat Minestrone Soup {Slow Cooker}
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Olive Garden Copycat Minestrone Soup made effortlessly in your slow cooker. This hearty Italian-inspired dish brings together an array of fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta simmered in a savory broth, making it a perfect meal for families or cozy nights at home. With its rich flavor profile enhanced by aromatic herbs, this soup not only satisfies your hunger but also warms your soul. Plus, it’s simple to prepare—just chop your ingredients, toss them into the slow cooker, and let the magic happen!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable stock
- 2 cups water
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 1/3 cups diced zucchini
- 1 1/3 cups shell pasta
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 cans mixed beans (kidney and navy)
- Fresh spinach for serving
Instructions
- Prep all vegetables by chopping celery, carrots, onion, zucchini, and garlic.
- Combine all ingredients except for spinach and pasta in a slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until veggies are tender.
- Stir in pasta and beans; cook on high for an additional 30-40 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add chopped spinach and heat through before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 2 cups)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg