Vegetable Soup
Warm your heart and nourish your body with this delightful vegetable soup, brimming with vibrant veggies and aromatic herbs. Perfect for chilly days, this comforting bowl of goodness is not only easy to make but also a feast for the senses. Gather around the table and enjoy the rich flavors that evoke cherished memories, making every spoonful a journey of warmth and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups carrots, chopped
- 2 cups celery, chopped
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup zucchini, sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, no added sugar
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add 2 tbsp olive oil. Once hot, sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic along with thyme and bay leaf; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in the vegetable broth while scraping up any bits from the pot. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Add diced tomatoes, zucchini, and green beans. Season with salt and pepper; cook for about 15 minutes until veggies are tender.
- Stir in spinach or kale until just wilted; taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or crackers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg