Description
A hearty and nutritious vegetable soup packed with a variety of fresh vegetables and seasoned with aromatic herbs. Perfect for a comforting meal that’s both healthy and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 yellow squash, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup peas (fresh or frozen)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
Liquids & Oils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 cups vegetable broth
Herbs & Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic: Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant to build the flavor base.
- Cook root vegetables: Add sliced carrots, celery, and diced potatoes. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to slightly soften them.
- Add remaining vegetables: Stir in diced zucchini, yellow squash, green beans, corn, and peas to the pot.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in diced tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Add dried thyme, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well to combine the flavors.
- Simmer the soup: Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for 25-30 minutes until all the vegetables are tender.
- Final seasoning and garnish: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen vegetables depending on availability.
- For a creamier texture, blend a portion of the soup and then stir it back in.
- This soup stores well and tastes even better the next day after flavors meld.
- Feel free to swap vegetables based on your preference or seasonality.
- Add cooked beans or lentils for extra protein if desired.
