Here’s a cozy, hearty vegetable soup recipe that’s easy to make and packed with flavor—perfect for any day you want something warm and nourishing:
🥕 Classic Vegetable Soup
🍽 Serves 4–6
🕒 Prep + Cook: 40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 medium potato, diced
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 6 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1 cup green beans, chopped
- Optional: handful fresh spinach or kale near the end
Instructions:
- Sauté veggies:
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened. - Add potatoes and other veggies:
Stir in potatoes, zucchini, bell pepper (and green beans if using). Cook 2–3 minutes. - Add liquids & herbs:
Pour in diced tomatoes (with juice) and vegetable broth.
Add thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. - Simmer:
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes, until all veggies are tender. - Finish with greens:
Stir in spinach or kale if using, cook another 2–3 minutes until wilted. - Adjust seasoning and serve hot.
Tips:
- Add cooked beans or lentils for protein
- Swap in your favorite veggies based on season
- For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or vinegar before serving
- Serve with crusty bread or a sprinkle of Parmesan
Want a creamy version or a slow cooker adaptation?
