Vegetable Soup
Cozy Up with a Bowl of Homemade Vegetable Soup! 🥕🥔
Is there anything more comforting than a warm bowl of vegetable soup on a chilly day? This classic Vegetable Soup recipe is packed with flavor, incredibly easy to make, and a fantastic way to get your daily dose of veggies! It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner, a light lunch, or even meal prepping for the week ahead.
We’ve taken the traditional vegetable soup and made it even more delicious with a blend of fresh and frozen vegetables. The combination of carrots, celery, potatoes, green beans, corn, and peas creates a hearty and satisfying soup that the whole family will love. And with just 40 minutes from start to finish, it’s a quick and easy meal to get on the table.
What makes this Vegetable Soup special?
- Flavorful Base: Sautéing the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery creates a delicious aromatic base for the soup.
- Hearty & Filling: The addition of potatoes and a variety of vegetables makes this soup a complete and satisfying meal.
- Versatile: Feel free to customize this recipe with your favorite vegetables! Zucchini, spinach, or even a can of chickpeas would be great additions.
- Easy Clean-Up: One-pot cooking means fewer dishes to wash!
Tips for the Best Vegetable Soup:
- Chop Vegetables Uniformly: This ensures they cook evenly.
- Don’t Overcook: You want the vegetables to be tender-crisp, not mushy.
- Season to Taste: Adjust the salt and pepper to your liking.
- Add a Splash of Lemon Juice: A squeeze of lemon juice at the end brightens up the flavors.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use different vegetables? Absolutely! Feel free to substitute any of your favorite vegetables. Broccoli, cauliflower, or sweet potatoes would all be delicious.
- Can I make this soup vegetarian/vegan? Yes! This recipe is naturally vegetarian. To make it vegan, ensure your vegetable broth is vegan-friendly.
- Can I freeze this soup? Yes, you can! Let the soup cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container and freezing for up to 3 months.
- What broth should I use? We recommend vegetable broth for a classic flavor, but chicken or beef broth would also work.
- Can I use fresh herbs? Yes! Add a tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, thyme, or rosemary for extra flavor.
So, gather your veggies and get ready to enjoy a bowl of heartwarming Vegetable Soup! It’s the perfect way to nourish your body and soul.
Vegetable Soup
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium carrots chopped
- 2 stalks celery chopped
- 1 medium potato diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes undrained
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 cups kale chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add potatoes and Italian seasoning and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add green beans, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in corn, peas, and kale. Cook until kale is wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
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