Description
A comforting and flavorful vegetable soup made with fresh, vibrant vegetables, aromatic herbs, and spices. Perfect for a cozy meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 cup green beans, chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the zucchini and green beans. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the vegetables to slightly caramelize.
- Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, thyme, smoked paprika, and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the bay leaf and season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- You can customize the vegetables based on what’s in season or what you have on hand.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 2 cups)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg