Easy Italian Soup Recipe

Ready in 25 minutes, this incredibly easy Italian soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Made with vibrant Del Monte fresh cut zucchini and Italian-style tomato sauce, it's a quick and delicious weeknight meal. Find the zucchini in the canned vegetable aisle – look for it near the 'Z's'. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 303.4 kcal
Protein 42g
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Ingredients for Easy Italian Soup

  • 1 (15 ounce) can Zucchini With Italian Style Tomato Sauce
  • Italian Style Diced Tomatoes
  • Potatoes
  • Carrots
  • Beef Broth
  • Ground Beef
  • 1 small diced onion
  • Red Bell Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • Garlic Salt
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • fresh basil (for garnish, optional)
  • grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

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How to Make Easy Italian Soup

  1. Open and drain one (15 ounce) can of Del Monte Fresh Cut Zucchini with Italian Style Tomato Sauce.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Add 1 small diced onion and 2 cloves of minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
  4. Pour in the drained zucchini and tomato sauce. Stir well to combine.
  5. Add 4 cups of vegetable broth (or chicken broth for a richer flavor).
  6. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Season with 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

25g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Easy Italian Soup?

Easy Italian Soup takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Easy Italian Soup?

Easy Italian Soup has approximately 303.4 calories per serving, with about 42 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Easy Italian Soup?

The key ingredients for Easy Italian Soup are Zucchini With Italian Style Tomato Sauce, Italian Style Diced Tomatoes, Potatoes, Carrots, Beef Broth, Ground Beef. See the full list with measurements above.

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