Easy Vegetable Soup
A comforting and nutritious soup packed with a variety of vegetables, perfect for any time of the year.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 2 stalks celery, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Add flavor and aroma
- 4 cups vegetable broth Use gluten-free if necessary
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- to taste Salt and pepper
- as needed Fresh parsley For garnish
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the onion, carrots, and celery, and sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the vegetable broth, diced tomatoes, zucchini, green beans, thyme, and basil.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 20-30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Feel free to add any vegetables you have on hand. For a creamier soup, blend a portion and mix it back in. Adjust herbs and add red pepper flakes for spice if desired.