Sure! Here’s a simple and delicious vegetable soup recipe:
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups chopped spinach or kale
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop all the vegetables as described in the ingredients list.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the Vegetables:
- Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, zucchini, bell pepper, and green beans to the pot.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add Tomatoes and Broth:
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the vegetable broth.
- Add the dried thyme, dried oregano, and bay leaf.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
- Add Frozen Peas and Greens:
- Stir in the frozen peas and chopped spinach or kale.
- Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the greens are wilted and the peas are heated through.
- Finishing Touches:
- Remove the bay leaf.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- If using, stir in the chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve:
- Ladle the soup into bowls.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side for a squeeze of fresh lemon juice if desired.
Enjoy your homemade vegetable soup! It’s perfect with a slice of crusty bread or a side salad.
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