Description
A vibrant and flavorful soup made with fresh, seasonal ingredients. This recipe is perfect for a light lunch or a starter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 2 cups chopped fresh vegetables (e.g., carrots, celery, zucchini)
- 1 cup cooked beans or lentils
- 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (e.g., thyme, oregano)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
- Pour in vegetable broth and bring to a boil.
- Add chopped fresh vegetables, beans or lentils, and dried herbs.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- Feel free to use any combination of fresh vegetables you have on hand.
- For a heartier soup, add cooked chicken or pasta.
- Adjust seasonings as needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
