Tuscan Soup Delight Inspired by Olive Garden
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of our Tuscan Soup Delight, inspired by Olive Garden. This creamy, vegetable-laden soup combines fresh ingredients and aromatic herbs to create a comforting dish that’s perfect for chilly evenings or family gatherings. With its rich texture and vibrant taste, each spoonful transports you to the sunny hills of Tuscany. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this delightful recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups kale or spinach, chopped
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing and chopping the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic.
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the onion, carrots, and celery until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in diced tomatoes with their juice and chicken broth; bring to a simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add chopped kale or spinach along with Italian seasoning; stir well and simmer for another 5 minutes until greens are wilted.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg