This soup is fully loaded with fresh vegetables, two types of beans for double the protein, tender pasta, leafy green kale and a tomato-y broth. This is a well known Italian favorite and once it’s made you are guaranteed to have a week worth of meals for yourself or the whole family!

It brings me back to the days when I was a Olive Garden regular and I would always get their soup and salad combo with bread sticks. It was always so comforting, hearty and healthy for the most part. When eating this is makes me feel all giddy inside. I love going down memory lane sometimes, so I wanted recreate my own Pretty Plate version that I am able to enjoy right at home.

A meal that is so easy to make, sign me up! It does involve some prep work because you need to cut the fresh vegetables, however doing this part is worth it. But, once you are through that part the rest is a breeze! It is a one pot meal meaning all ingredients get cooked in one pot. You also use canned items and some spices which makes things easy peasy!

One thing to note about the soup is that the vegetables and pasta will soak up the broth once you put the leftovers in the fridge, so make sure to keep extra broth on hand for after to add as needed if you would like when reheating.

I don‘t know about you, but I am completely veggie obsessed, so this soup is right up my alley and perfect at almost any time of the year. One of my favorite parts of the soup is the kale. Kale has so many health benefits and is one of the most nutrition dense foods. It contains an abundance of vitamins and antioxidants. I not only love the kale aspect in this soup for its health benefits and vibrant colors, but it is a leafy green that does not get too wilted when added to the soup. You can truly enjoy the texture and taste.

Did you make this? If so, make sure to tag and follow @prettyplatebymichelle on instagram or leave a comment below and let me know what you thought! I would love to see your Pretty Plate and hear from you!