Why Make This Recipe

Easy Vegetable Soup is a great choice for anyone looking for a warm and healthy meal. It is simple to make and uses fresh ingredients that you can find at your local grocery store. This soup is perfect for a cozy evening or as a nourishing lunch. Plus, it’s a great way to enjoy a variety of vegetables in one dish.

How to Make Easy Vegetable Soup

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, chopped
2 celery stalks, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 potato, diced
2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., green beans, corn, peas)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish

Directions:

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in vegetable broth and add diced potatoes.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Add mixed vegetables and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for another 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

How to Serve Easy Vegetable Soup

Serve your Easy Vegetable Soup hot in bowls. You can add a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top for extra flavor and a nice look. This soup pairs well with crusty bread or a side salad.

How to Store Easy Vegetable Soup

If you have leftovers, let the soup cool completely. You can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze the soup in portions. It can last up to 2 months in the freezer.

Tips to Make Easy Vegetable Soup

Feel free to use any vegetables you have on hand. This soup is very flexible!
To add more flavor, consider including herbs like basil or oregano.
If you want a creamier soup, blend a portion of it and return it to the pot.

Variation

You can turn this Easy Vegetable Soup into a hearty meal by adding beans or lentils. This will also increase the protein content of the soup.

FAQs

Can I make this soup ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the soup a day before and reheat it when you’re ready to serve.

Is this soup vegan?
Yes, this Easy Vegetable Soup is vegan since it uses vegetable broth and no animal products.

Can I add meat to this soup?
Absolutely! You can add cooked chicken, turkey, or any meat of your choice for a non-vegan option.

Easy Vegetable Soup

A warm and healthy vegetable soup made with fresh ingredients, perfect for a cozy evening or nourishing lunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Soup

Cuisine: American, Vegetarian

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil For sautéing
1 onion, diced Adds flavor
2 carrots, chopped Adds sweetness
2 stalks celery, chopped Adds crunch
3 cloves garlic, minced For aroma
4 cups vegetable broth Base for the soup
1 potato, diced Adds heartiness

Mixed Vegetables

2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., green beans, corn, peas) You can use any combination
1 teaspoon dried thyme For seasoning
to taste Salt and pepper Adjust to personal preference
Fresh parsley for garnish Optional

Method

Cooking

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, carrots, and celery; sauté for 5 minutes.
Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Pour in vegetable broth and add diced potatoes.
Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
Add mixed vegetables and thyme, and season with salt and pepper.
Cook for another 10 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. If longer storage is needed, freeze in portions for up to 2 months. Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables and herbs.