Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli Soup, a heartwarming dish thatβs perfect for chilly evenings or gatherings with friends. This vibrant soup combines tender ditalini pasta, hearty beans, and a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a savory vegetable broth. With its rich blend of herbs and spices, this recipe delivers a satisfying flavor profile that will leave everyone asking for more. Not only is it easy to prepare, but itβs also nutritious and ideal for meal prep, as it tastes even better the next day. Enjoy this delightful soup as a standalone dish or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces ditalini pasta (uncooked)
- 15 ounces cannellini beans (canned and drained)
- 15 ounces kidney beans (canned and drained)
- 1 cup white onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (chopped finely)
- 1 1/2 cups carrots (chopped small, about 2 carrots)
- 1/2 cup celery (chopped)
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 15 ounces tomatoes (diced, canned or fresh)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 4 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sautΓ© diced onions in 3 tablespoons of water until soft (about 10 minutes). Add chopped garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, chopped carrots, chopped celery, oregano, basil, and cumin.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, add uncooked ditalini pasta along with both types of beans.
- Reduce heat to medium-high and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add salt and black pepper to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding veggies like zucchini or spinach. For extra flavor, let the soup sit for a few minutes before serving to meld the ingredients.