Description
This hearty and nutritious vegetable soup is packed with fresh and frozen vegetables simmered to perfection in a flavorful vegetable broth with herbs. It’s a comforting, healthy, and vegan-friendly recipe that is perfect for any season and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and chopped
- 1 cup frozen peas or corn (or both)
Liquids & Canned Goods
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 6 cups vegetable broth
Oils & Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics and base vegetables: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, sliced carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until the vegetables soften and release their aromas.
- Add the remaining vegetables: Stir in diced zucchini, peeled and diced potato, and chopped green beans. Cook for another 3–4 minutes to start tenderizing the vegetables.
- Add liquids and seasonings: Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and vegetable broth. Add dried thyme, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let the soup simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and flavors meld together.
- Finish with frozen vegetables: Stir in the frozen peas or corn (or both) and allow the soup to simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
- Adjust and serve: Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and garnish each serving with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- This soup is highly customizable—feel free to use any seasonal vegetables you have on hand.
- It stores well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- It freezes beautifully, making it perfect for meal prep or leftovers.
