Homemade vegetable soup –Feeling a little chilly? Or maybe just tired of your usual dinner routine? Well, gather around because it’s time for some fun in the kitchen with an Easy Vegetable Soup! This dish is like a warm hug on a plate (well, it’s actually in a bowl, but you get the point). Let’s sprinkle in some veggies, and watch them dance their way into a deliciously cozy soup!
Check Out This Gorgeous Veggie Souper!
Check this out – a vibrant and colorful bowl of soup just waiting to be devoured. Can you feel the warmth radiating from your screen? Let’s take a peek at this masterpiece:
Now that we’ve settled on the importance of aesthetics (because come on, we eat with our eyes first!), let’s dive into the wonderful world of ingredients. Here’s what you need to conjure this magical potion, err… soup!
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 zucchini, chopped
- 2 cups green beans, trimmed and cut
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, with juices
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional but fabulous)
Ready? Let’s get those chopping skills to work! Here’s how you bring this soup to life:
Instructions:
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Toss in the chopped onion and let it sizzle for about 5 minutes.
- Next, add the carrots and celery. Keep stirring and cook for another 5 minutes until everything starts to soften.
- Stir in the minced garlic and watch as your kitchen gets filled with a fragrant aroma. Now, that’s what we call olfactory magic!
- Add in the zucchini and green beans, followed by the diced tomatoes (including the juices). You’re doing great; keep it up!
- Pour in the vegetable broth and sprinkle in the dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper based on your taste bud preferences.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes. Go ahead and do a little dance while you wait!
- Give it a stir, taste for seasoning, and adjust as needed. Serve hot and don’t forget to garnish with fresh parsley if you’re feeling fancy.
And there you have it! A hearty, comforting Easy Vegetable Soup. Perfect for those days when you need a little pick-me-up – or just want an excuse to wear your favorite snuggly pajamas while you slurp away. Enjoy!