Description
Delight in a warm bowl of homemade vegetable soup that brings comfort and nourishment to your table. This vibrant veggie soup is the perfect blend of fresh vegetables, aromatic herbs, and wholesome goodness, making it an ideal dish for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to quick weeknight meals. Packed with nutrients, this easy-to-follow recipe allows you to customize ingredients based on your preferences or seasonal produce. Enjoy each spoonful as flavors meld together into a delicious broth that warms both body and soul. Whether served alone or accompanied by crusty bread or a grilled cheese sandwich, this vegetable soup promises satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped carrots
- 2 cups chopped celery
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 6 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables: Wash and chop all vegetables into small pieces for even cooking.
- Sauté aromatics: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
- Add vegetables: Stir in carrots and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.
- Pour in broth: Add vegetable broth, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Incorporate greens: Add spinach or kale; cook for an additional 5 minutes until wilted.
- Season and serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, remove bay leaf, and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg