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Home » Recipes » Soups and Stews

Carrabba's Minestrone Soup Recipe

Published: Feb 9, 2022 by Bowl Me Over · 33 Comments

What's not to love about this hearty Italian minestrone soup recipe?!!
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Just like your favorite restaurant this version of Carrabba's Minestrone Soup Recipe is an easy soup that you can put together in a snap!

Next time try this easy potato soup recipe - another delicious meatless meal!

Soup in bowl with toasted biscuits. With soup pot in the foreground.
Carrabbas’ minestrone soup
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  • Copycat Carrabba's Minestrone Soup

Why you'll love this recipe   

✔️ Delicious and nutritious.

✔️ This hearty soup is low cal and guilt free!

✔️This easy soup recipe is a perfect lunch or dinner and tastes even better on day two.

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • zucchini 
  • onion 
  • red bell pepper and green bell pepper
  • kale or spinach
  • cloves garlic
  • canned kidney beans or white beans
  • fire roasted tomatoes
  • tomato sauce
  • vegetable broth
  • Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes
  • olive oil

Instructions 

A red and white bowl full of the best minestrone soup recipe (if I make say so myself!) There are spoons beside the bowl and homemade toast points to enjoy with this soup.
Minestrone Soup like Carrabba

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

  1. In a large stock pot over medium sauté the zucchini, onions, peppers and garlic until they just begin to soften
  2. Add the beans, garlic, kale and spices and continue sautéing for again for a couple more minutes.
  3. Next add the stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce and 2 cups of water.
  4. Bring to a boil and loosely cover.
  5. Simmer on the stove for about an hour stirring occasionally.
  6. Check and adjust seasoning - you may need a bit more salt and pepper.

This meal can also be made in the slow cooker. Just add all of the ingredients, cover and simmer on low for four hours.

Equipment

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FAQ's

What kind of beans are used in minestrone soup?

The beans mostly commonly used are cannellini beans, navy bean or kidney beans.

What are the veggies used in minestrone soup?

The beauty of this soup is you can use most any veggie you have on hand.

Is Carrabba's minestrone soup vegetarian?

This soup contains prosciutto and chicken broth. If you'd like a vegetarian soup, use vegetable broth instead and omit the prosciutto.

Tips

This is a great make ahead soup because on day two, it tastes even better!

A spoonful of the best minestrone soup recipe. There's a red bowl in the background filled with more minestrone soup.
Grab your spoon to take a big bite of this soup - that's one delicious spoonful here!

Variations

Add a bay leaf to the soup as its simmering on the stove. Remove before serving.

Additional fresh vegetables include; medium potatoes, large stalk celery, fresh green beans or eggplant.

Drop a Romano rind or parmesan rind into the soup as it simmering. That will give it a ton of flavor.

Storage

Refrigerate - allow to cool completely, store in an airtight container for up to four days.

Freeze - this freezes will up to three months.

Reheat - thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.

Related recipes

  • You should definitely try is Roasted Tomato Vegetable Soup mmmm! This one is so good! Have you tried either of these yet?

To make the best homemade soup, check out Homemade Soup; A Complete Guide.

In this free resource, I've compiled all of my knowledge about soup; hints, tricks and soup making tips to help you make the very best soups and stews at home!

Serve with

  • Delicious served with skillet cornbread, because who doesn't love great cornbread - so amazing!
  • A bright crisp Caesar Salad also pairs nicely. A hearty chop salad is another great choice!

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Carrabba's Minestrone Soup in bowl with crackers.
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Copycat Carrabba's Minestrone Soup

What's not to love about this hearty Italian minestrone soup recipe?!!
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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time1 hr 10 mins
Total Time1 hr 15 mins
Course: Soups and Stews
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 97kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 2 small zucchini chopped
  • ½ red onion chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper chopped
  • 4 cups kale chopped (spinach is a great substitute)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire roasted tomatoes
  • 1 6 oz can tomato sauce
  • 4 cups vegetable stock
  • 2-4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

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Instructions

  • Directions
  • In a large stock pot over medium heat add oil and sauté the zucchini, onions, peppers and garlic until they just begin to soften, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the kidney beans, garlic, kale and spices - Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and red pepper flakes and continue sautéing for again for about 2 more minutes.
  • Next add the vegetable stock, tomatoes, tomato sauce and 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and loosely cover. Simmer on the stove for about an hour stirring occasionally. You may need to add more water to soup - just keep an eye on it. After an hour, check and adjust seasoning - you may need a bit more salt & pepper.
  • If you enjoy pasta in your Minestrone Soup cook it separately and add it to the soup before serving. If you cook them together, it will absorb all the sauce. Be creative and use your favorite vegetables, enjoy!

Notes

This meal can also be made in the slow cooker. Just add all of the ingredients, cover and simmer on low for four hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1041mg | Potassium: 581mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 5500IU | Vitamin C: 97.5mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 1.5mg
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Comments

  1. Madi

    April 30, 2018 at 10:23 am

    5 stars
    I love milestrone soup but some how, I've never actually made it! I'll definitely be giving this version a go!

    Reply
  2. [email protected]'s Dinnertime Dish

    April 30, 2018 at 7:01 am

    5 stars
    This soup looks so hearty and delicious! I can't believe it only has 200 hundred calories! I definitely need to try this soon!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 01, 2018 at 6:05 am

      Most definitely Lisa! I hope you really enjoy this guilt-free soup!

      Reply
  3. Dan from Platter Talk

    April 29, 2018 at 6:37 pm

    5 stars
    As crazy as this sounds, I have never made a minestrone soup. Once again your beautiful work has inspired me to take care of that issue soon! Thanks for yet another beautiful recipe.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      April 29, 2018 at 7:33 pm

      No way! With all of the cooking you do that's a big surprise! Yep, time to make a pot of soup, I hope you really enjoy minestrone!

      Reply
  4. Ashlyn

    April 29, 2018 at 2:36 pm

    5 stars
    I'm loving all of the beautiful veggies in this soup! So healthy and flavorful; going to add this to our dinner rotation!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      April 29, 2018 at 7:35 pm

      Fantastic, it's a soup everyone loves - thanks for stopping by Ashlyn!

      Reply
  5. Angela

    April 29, 2018 at 6:34 am

    5 stars
    Minestrone is one of my all time favorites! Such a comfort meal for me and always makes me think of my grandparents and their rustic Italian cooking.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      April 29, 2018 at 7:38 pm

      I love it when food brings back memories! Thank you for sharing and enjoy the soup Angela!!

      Reply
  6. Ilka

    March 28, 2017 at 6:08 pm

    What a great recipe for a great soup classic! Noting feels as comforting during the cold weather like a warm Minestrone Soup!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:32 pm

      Soup is always good food! 😀 All those veggies are so yummy, thanks Ilka!!

      Reply
  7. Hope

    March 27, 2017 at 8:17 pm

    This looks so hearty and inviting and the perfect healthy meal to have on a busy week night! Yum!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:26 pm

      The perfect combo Hope! 🙂 Thanks so much for stopping by!

      Reply
  8. Kim @ Three Olives Branch

    March 27, 2017 at 5:17 pm

    5 stars
    Minestrone is one of my absolute favorite soups! And I agree, it is so easy to make when you can use what you have on hand. This looks absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:28 pm

      Thanks Kim - always a favorite here too!

      Reply
  9. Sarah

    March 27, 2017 at 5:04 pm

    It's absolutely soup weather this week in New England and this is a perfect new recipe to try for the occasion!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:28 pm

      One order coming up Sarah! 😉 Enjoy!!

      Reply
  10. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

    March 27, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    5 stars
    Minestrone is my favorite soup to make -- I love that you are putting fire roasted tomatoes in this! I will have to try that next time. Just reading your post makes me want a pot simmering on my stove! Will have to make this week.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:29 pm

      Such an easy soup with so much flavor. Thank you Michelle!

      Reply
  11. Brandi Crawford

    March 27, 2017 at 4:31 pm

    5 stars
    I love that this is easy and healthy. Looks so hearty!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 28, 2017 at 8:30 pm

      Very hearty for an all veggie soup, I hope you really enjoy it Brandi!

      Reply
  12. Rae

    March 26, 2017 at 12:00 pm

    Minestrone is my favorite soup when it's cold outside or when I'm feeling crummy like I am today. Really wish I had a bowl of this today!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 26, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      If I was closer I'd be sending a bowl your way!! I hope you feel better soon!

      Reply
  13. Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs

    March 26, 2017 at 11:52 am

    Minestrone is one of my absolute favourites. Looks like yours is jam packed full of goodies!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 26, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Thank you Emma, love all those yummy vegetables!

      Reply
  14. [email protected]

    March 26, 2017 at 11:19 am

    Easy, tasty and healthy..This soup is calling my name. It's been a while since I had a good minestrone. Need to try this soon 🙂

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 26, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      I hope you do Stephanie, if so swing back and let me know what you think!!

      Reply
  15. Luci's Morsels

    March 26, 2017 at 9:58 am

    5 stars
    This recipe looks delicious and your pictures are beautiful! I love how easy this is and perfect for any night of the week. Thank you for sharing! Luci’s Morsels | fashion. food. frivolity.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 26, 2017 at 10:02 am

      Easy and delicious, nailed it Luci!! Thank you for the compliment on my picture too, love picture taking!!

      Reply
  16. Michelle

    March 24, 2017 at 2:35 pm

    5 stars
    Delish. Good clean-out-the-fridge soup ....all those yummy little odds and ends. I always feel economical AND healthy when I eat it.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 25, 2017 at 7:47 pm

      I totally agree Michelle! It's one of the best outa the fridge kinda soups, love that!!

      Reply
  17. Healing Tomato

    March 24, 2017 at 9:32 am

    5 stars
    I have such fond memories of eating Minestrone soup while growing up. Don't know why I stopped eating as a grown up. Your recipe looks delicious and it has inspired me to make Minestrone soup. Love the photos too, Debra

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      March 24, 2017 at 11:10 am

      You know it's such a great soup to use up all of those leftover bits of veggies too, such a lovely soup! Enjoy Rini & thank you so much for the compliment!!

      Reply

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